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EMT Practice Test

Category - EMT-Basic

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Proper body mechanics when lifting a patient include what?

Bending at the waist
Using your back to lift
Keeping the weight as close to your body as possible
Using non-slip gloves

Explanation

Answer: C - Proper body mechanics when lifting a patient include keeping their weight as close to your body as possible and using your legs, which have the strongest muscles in your body, to do the lifting. Using your back to lift increases the potential for injury.

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