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

What increases the risk of upper-limb disorders among office workers?

1. Frequent coffee breaks

2. High mental stress combined with low physical exercise

3. High employee turnover

4. The use of ergonomic chairs

The correct answer is: High mental stress combined with low physical exercise

Stress and lack of exercise can cause problems such as muscle tension, reduced blood flow, and other mental and physical health issues. These factors can lead to upper-limb disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis, or bursitis. The other options do not have a direct correlation with upper-limb disorders as they do not affect the physical health of office workers. Frequent coffee breaks can actually improve productivity and employee well-being, higher employee turnover may indicate a stressful work environment but does not necessarily cause physical strain, and the use of ergonomic chairs can actually reduce the risk of disorders by promoting proper posture and reducing strain.