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10 Terms
Which of the following is the foundation on which a body rests?
base of support
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What term is used to describe the drop in blood pressure some patients experience when they stand up quickly?
orthostatic hypotension
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Where is the human center of gravity?
At approximately sacral level two
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Which of the following transfers can be used to move a patient from a wheelchair to an examination table?
all of the above
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Toward which side should all transfers be initiated?
patient's strong side
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What causes patients to feel lightheaded, queasy, or faint when they stand up too quickly from a sitting or supine position?
decreased blood pressure
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What term describes the hypothetical point around which all mass appears to be concentrated?
Center of gravity
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If a patient arrives in a wheelchair and on a sling, which type of transfer is indicated?
hydraulic lift
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How can the base of support be increased?
Standing with the legs apart
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What is the minimum number of persons to use for a cart-to-table transfer when no moving are available?
three
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