Healthcare Chapter 11 Environmental Safety

The steps for a fire in the appropriate order

1. Remove any patient that is in danger 2. Activate the fir alarm 3. Notify facility operator/receptionist 4.Close all windows and doors 5.Extinguish with a fire extinguisher or start evacuation procedures if fire too large to extinguish

The steps for using a fir extinguisher in a appropriate order

1. Verify that the fire extinguisher is the correct class to use 2. Pull the pin 3.Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire 4.Squeeze the handle of the fire extinguisher 5. Use a sweeping back and forth motion at the base of the fire

Chemical splashes in the eye should be rinsed a minimum of

15 minutes

Which of the following is most likely to occur when a patient experiences weakness after an illness or injury

A fall (Patients that have weakness are more prone to falls

Which of the following facilities must follow the OSHA regulatory requirements regarding safety

All healthe care facilities

Which of the following is an example of an infectious hazard

Bacteria (Viruses, fungi, and other living microorganisms)

Which of the following practices should you follow if after work you will be meeting friends for dinner

Change clothes before meeting your friends

Which class fire extinguishers are designed for use of flammable and combustible liquids

Class B

Which class fire extinguisher are designed for use on electrical fires

Class C (are designed for use on electrical fires)

Never mix any two chemicals together without first verifying

Compatibility

Which of the following symptoms are most likely when a patient has had changes in blood vessels

Dizzness

Hazards refer to unsafe conditions in the workplace

Environmental

Identifying and correcting potential hazards that can cause accidents and injuries

Environmental Safety

What hazards are caused by unsafe workplace design and lack of appropriate client and material handling tools and equipment contributing to increased risk of musculoskeletal disorders. Poor lighting, excessive vibration, and noise are also considered this type of hazards

Ergonomic

An incident report contains the details of the incident along with your feeling and interpretations of the event

False

Bioterrorism is a new phenomenon of our current age and technology

False

Wearing dangling earrings are acceptable as long as you are not working around combative patients

False (Do not wear earrings that extend beyond the earlobe so that they cannot be grabbed or caught

When patients have compromised hearing, it may be necessary to yell as loud as you cant to be heard

False (Face the patient when speaking, speak clearly, but do not yell)

The only time it is appropriate to run in a health care facility is durning an emergency

False (Never run, even in an emergency)

Rugs should be placed on the floor to make environment more comfortable for patients

False (Remove any loose rugs from floor to prevent tripping or slipping)

Which of the following health care considerations would be the most effective when working with patients who have a change in vision

Identify yourself when approaching or entering the room

Which of the following guidelines should you follow in the event of an emergency disaster plan being activated

If at work, perform duties calmly

Which of the following is an example of an environmental hazard

Inadequate equipment maintenance

What report is an written document completed when any unexpected situation occurs the can cause harm to a patient, employee, or any other person

Incident (Is a written document completed when any unexpected situation occurs that can cause harm to a patient, employee, or any other person

Which of the following is an example of a psychosocial hazard

Lack of supervisor support

Which of the following patients should be seen first according to the triage system

One with chest pain

Which of the following is an example of a physical hazard

Oxygen tank (are radiation, noise, explosive objects or substances

Which of the following would be a recommended health care consideration for a patient with altered neurological function

Pay increased attention to physical signs of injury

Do not place food in a refrigerator that contains lab specimens or medications

True

In health care settings, the most common workplace violence is client aggression toward caregivers

True

Special precaustions are needed when oxygen is in use

True

The patient has the right to refuse any procedure or medication

True

When working with a potentially violent person it is best to close the door and sit down to demonstrate trust

True

Workplace violence ranges from offensive or threatening language to homicide

True

Which of the follow is a dressing for safety recommendation

Wear long hair tied back( or up to prevent contact with contaminated material or the contaminated of clean materials

Another term for poisonous is

Toxic

Which of the following is an example of a workplace violence hazard

patient cursing

What hazards are stressors in the workplace causing workplace anxiety and emotional fatigue

Psychosocial

Which of the following is the acronym to help member the proper squence in the case of a fire

RACE

Which of the following is the acronym to help remember the proper sequence in the case of a fire

Race (Stands for remove patients, activate alarm, contain the fire, and extinguish the fire or evacuate the area)

Which of the following is a safe practice when moving the health care enviroment

Remove any loose rugs form floors

Which of the following is an example of an ergonomic hazard

Repetitive motions