Notebook Computing; General Prevention - HP Compaq Presario,Presario 917 Supplementary Manual

N Do you change postures frequently?
Notebook
Computing
N Do you avoid resting your wrists on your thighs while typing?
N To avoid neck fatigue when using the computer on a sofa or bed, do you avoid
N Where possible, have you tried using a full-size keyboard and detached pointing
N Similarly, have you tried using a full-size monitor?
N Do you take breaks and walk around briefly, at least once per hour?
General
Prevention
N Do you exercise regularly?
N Periodically, do you take stock of the stress in your life and change what is
N If you experience any symptoms that you think may relate to your using a com-
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Anytime you make changes to your tasks, work area, or posture, "listen" to your body. Its signals of
comfort or discomfort will help you know whether your adjustments are right.
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reclining too far?
device, such as a mouse or trackball, with your notebook computer?
within your power to change?
puter, whether you experience them during work or at other times, have you con-
sulted a doctor and, if available, your company's health and safety department?
Review your postures and habits using this checklist.
Periodically re-read this section.
Listen to your body.
Safety and Comfort