To minimize the risk of injuring yourself when lifting or moving a patient, you should:

A. avoid the use of log rolls or body drags.
B. use a direct carry whenever possible.
C. flex at the waist instead of the hips.
D. keep the weight as close to your body as possible.

Answer: D. keep the weight as close to your body as possible.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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