Muscle activity during patient transfers: a preliminary study on the influence of lift assists and experience
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The muscle activity patterns are examined during patient handling using manual transfers and transfers using floor and ceiling lifts and the EMG patterns during transfers from bed to wheelchair as well as patient repositioning in novices and experienced participants are examined. The results show that a further examination of the muscle activation pattern differences between experience levels could improve training techniques to develop better patient handling strategies.
Publication Name: Ergonomics
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0014-0139
Year: 2004
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Composite scales of morningness and preferences: Preliminary validity data in Peruvian undergraduates
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A study is conducted to offer preliminary results about the validity of the composite morningness scale (CS) and the early and late preferences scale in a Peruvian sample. The relationship of both scales with the preferred rising and retiring times was analyzed along with the level of self-reported alertness.
Publication Name: Ergonomics
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0014-0139
Year: 2005
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Physiological responses of fire-fighter instructors during training exercises
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The physiological responses of the fire-fighter instructors during the physical activities session with the trainees are monitored. It was seen that the longer duration of exposure coupled with the inability to dissipate heat whilst wearing protective clothing results in considerable physiological strain.
Publication Name: Ergonomics
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0014-0139
Year: 2004
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