When teaching a patient how to lift a heavy object properly, which of the following instructions would be included?
A) Avoid letting your legs do the lifting
B) Carry the object away from your body
C) Bend at the knees, not at the waist
D) Let your back muscles do the lifting
E) Use your arm muscles to do the lifting

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Bending at the knees rather than at the waist helps maintain the spine's natural curve, reducing the risk of back injury. This technique allows the stronger leg muscles, rather than the weaker back muscles, to do the work of lifting.

When Teaching a Patient How to Lift a Heavy Object