Tech in Surgery Prep / Unit 8 TSC 191 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Ergonomics and Fatigue
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The idea
Standing for long periods and repeating the same movements take a cumulative toll on operating room staff.
In practice
Neck, back and shoulder problems are common; adjustable equipment, ergonomic furniture and frequent changes of posture reduce the strain.
Where people slip
Psychological stress, from trauma and loss, is also a recognized hazard, and support resources exist for it.
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