Body Mechanics
The utilization of correct muscles to maintain proper balance, posture, and body alignment, used when standing, walking, sitting, lifting, positioning a patient, or transferring a patient.
Used in courses
Careers that use Body Mechanics
- How to Become a CNA — Certified Nursing Assistant Career Path — Learn how to become a CNA in 4-8 weeks. See training requirements, certification steps, and the verified BLS median salary of $39,530/year.
- Allied Health Foundations — Anatomy, Physiology & Body Systems for Healthcare — Anatomy, physiology, and body systems training — the prerequisite foundation for CNA, medical assistant, medical coder, and nursing career paths.
- How to Become an EMT or Paramedic — Emergency Medical Services Career Path — Become an EMT in 3-6 months or paramedic in 1-2 years. National Registry certification, ambulance experience, and clear career ladder.
- How to Start a Business — Entrepreneurship & Small Business Career Path — Learn to start and manage a business with training in entrepreneurship, HR, and management.