The Nurse Working on an Orthopedic Unit Has to Assist

Multiple Choice

The nurse working on an orthopedic unit has to assist many of the patients because of limited mobility.The nurse's goal is to maintain a position that most favors function,requires the least muscular work to maintain,and places the least strain on muscles,ligaments,and bones.What is the term that best describes this goal?

A) Body alignment
B) Posture
C) Center of gravity
D) Balance