What do you think?
What part of your body is most often injured at work?
Did you know?
The most often injured part of your body is the musculoskeletal system—your muscular system (muscles) and your skeletal system (bones) together.
Your back or other muscles can be strained when lifting, bending, or reaching (often when handling patients). Good body mechanics is important to be safe!
Vocabulary
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| I know it. | Word | Pronunciation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| strain | |||
| sprain | |||
| risk factor | |||
| reposition | |||
| disorder | |||
| to exert yourself | |||
| exertion | |||
| overexertion |
Learn and practice
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