Exam Preview for 31264: Ergonomic Strategies for the Childcare Work

Ergonomic Strategies for the Childcare Worker: Keeping Your Body Safe While Caring for Young Children

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1. What is the best way to describe the concept of ergonomics? Finding a fit between the person and a task (job) Assessing the physical fitness of workers Branch of industry that makes office products Analyzing body parts and their relationship to each other
2. What three components do occupational therapy practitioners analyze to help individuals with optimal performance of meaningful tasks? Self-care, work, leisure Range of motion, strength, endurance Person, environment, occupation (task) Children, adults, elderly
3. Which of the following was NOT listed as a mechanism for developing a musculoskeletal disorder? Forceful movement Rotating tasks throughout the day Sustained position over time Repetitive motion during a task
4. Which of the following is outlined as the number one safety risk of childcare workers? Infectious diseases Musculoskeletal injuries Occupational stress Limited roles within job
5. In what area of the body do childcare workers most frequently report pain? Neck Shoulder Knee and Hip Low back
6. Which of the following is a top area of concern for caregivers? Lifting Emotional endurance Sitting in adult size chairs Running
7. What strategy could be used to reduce repetitive motions during childcare related tasks? Rotate jobs throughout the day Follow external pace of the environment Take limited rest breaks Perform tasks seated
8. Which is a strategy for how occupational therapy can help improve how childcare workers do their job throughout the day? Tell the director to help staff more Set up an exercise program for all staff Recommend modifications of the equipment used like furniture or where objects are stored Refer to physical therapy for further evaluation & intervention
9. Which strategy is suggested to help minimize risk for injury related to the environment? Provide more opportunities for outdoor play Provide options for adult sized furniture and sit/kneel chairs Spread out frequently used items around the classroom Reduce floor time activities
10. Which statement describes how to keep your back safe during lifting and carrying activities? Bend at your waist Hold the weight low on your body Bend at your hips and knees Flatten out the curves in your spine