Medical Assistant Prep / Unit 10 MAS 239 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Body Mechanics Are Not Enough
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The idea
Body mechanics means using muscles, bones and nerves together to keep balance and alignment while moving patients.
In practice
Good body mechanics help prevent back injury, but evidence shows they do not by themselves prevent lifting injuries when patients are heavy or dependent.
Where people slip
Use assistive devices and help from coworkers, as the practice's policy directs, instead of lifting alone.
Your place on the trail
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