A staff development nurse is discussing techniques to prevent back injury with a group of nursing assistants. The nurse informs the group that back stress and injury can be prevented by doing which of the following?
A) Spreading feet shoulder-width apart to broaden the base of support
B) Using the strength of the back muscles during strenuous activities
C) Holding the object that you are lifting or moving away from the body
D) Pulling equipment, rather than pushing it, when possible

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Spreading feet shoulder-width apart to broaden the base of support can help maintain balance and stability, reducing the risk of back injury. Using the strength of the back muscles during strenuous activities, holding the object that you are lifting or moving away from the body, and pulling equipment rather than pushing it can all increase the risk of back injury.

A Staff Development Nurse Is Discussing Techniques to Prevent Back