The nurse uses professional knowledge about body mechanics to prevent the most common occupational disorder in nurses, which is:
A) carpal tunnel syndrome from use of computer keyboards in nursing documentation.
B) shoulder and elbow injuries from moving patients.
C) knee injuries from standing for long periods.
D) back injuries from lifting and twisting.

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Back injuries are the most common injury in health care workers, and in many cases, they are preventable through use of proper body mechanics.

The Nurse Uses Professional Knowledge About Body Mechanics to Prevent