Enabling the Patient to Gather as Much Information as Possible

question 41

True/False

Enabling the patient to gather as much information as possible about his or her disease is part of developing patient ownership of the health problem.

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Definitions:

Body Mechanics

The use of appropriate body positioning when moving and lifting objects to avoid injury.

Muscle Groups

Collections of muscles in the body that work together to perform specific movements or functions.

Injury

Physical harm or damage to someone's body caused by an accident or violence.

Lofstrand/Canadian

Refers to a specific type of crutches with forearm support, commonly used in Canada.