Occupational and Environmental Health: Recognizing and Preventing Disease and Injury - Multiple Choice Questions - Learn & Prevent

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How are WMSDs characterized?

  1. As injuries always requiring immediate surgery

  2. As nontraumatic disorders caused or exacerbated by work

  3. As conditions only affecting office workers

  4. As rare and negligible conditions

The correct answer is: As nontraumatic disorders caused or exacerbated by work

WMSDs (Work-related musculoskeletal disorders) are characterized as nontraumatic disorders caused or exacerbated by work. This means that these disorders develop over time due to prolonged or repetitive physical or psychological stress on the musculoskeletal system. Option A is incorrect because not all WMSDs require immediate surgery. In fact, most WMSDs can be treated with non-surgical interventions such as physical therapy or rest. Option C is incorrect because WMSDs can affect workers in a variety of industries, not just office workers. Option D is incorrect because WMSDs are actually quite prevalent and can significantly impact a worker's health and ability to perform their job duties.

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