Safety Review

List 3 reasons health care workers need to use good body mechanics.

1. Muscles work best when used properly 2. Prevents injuries 3. prevents fatigue and unnecessary strain on muscles

Identify 4 rules for preventing fires.

1. Obey all "No Smoking" Signs 2. Dispose of all waste materials in proper containers 3. Before using electrical equipment look for damage 4. Extinguish matches, cigarettes and any other flammable items immediately

What are two main standards enforced by OSHA that affect health care workers?

1. The Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals 2. Bloodborne Pathogen

List 6 basic rules that must be followed to insure personal safety.

1. Use correct body mechanics 2. Walk don't run 3. Dry hands before using electrical equipment 4. Wear the required uniform 5. Report any personal injury 6. Wash hands frequently

List the 3 things needed for a fire to start/burn.

1.Oxygen 2. Fuel 3. Heat

What is the minimum number of times to read the label of any solution?

3 times

On what types of fires could you use these classes of fire extinguishers on?

A- Ordinary Combustibles (paper, wood, cloth) B-Flammable Liquids C-Elcectrical Equipment D-Combustiable Metals

What are 3 diseases that can be contracted by exposure to body fluids?

AIDS, hepatitis b, and hepatitis c

With what products must a manufacturer provide MSDS?

Any hazardous products they sell

How do you maintain a broad base of support?

By keeping the feet 8-10 inches apart, placing one foot slightly forward, balancing the weight on both feet, and pointing the toes in the direction of movement

How should you correctly identify patients?

Check the identification wrist band, ask the patient to state their name, and repeat their name at least twice

What is the purpose of OSHA?

Establishes and enforces safety standards for the workplace

What are negative factors about using a back support?

False sense of security

What information could you expect to find on a MSDS?

Instructions on how to use the product, how to clean up if spilled, protection needed

Give 3 examples of how you provide privacy for patients.

Knock on their door before entering any room, ask for permission to enter before going behind closed privacy curtains, close the doors /curtains

What do the initials MSDS stand for?

Material Safety Data Sheets

The initials OSHA stand for?

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

What do the acronyms PASS stand for?

P-Pull the pin A- Aim the extinguisher at the base of the fire S- Squeeze the handle to discharge the extinguisher S- Sweep the extinguisher

What do the initial PPE stand for?

Personal Protective Equipment

What precautions should be employed when oxygen is in use?

Post a no smoking sign, remove all flammable items, don;t use flammable liquids like alcohol

What do the acronyms RACE a stand for?

R-Resuce anyone in immediate danger A-Activate the alarm C- Contain the fire E- Extinguish the fire or evacuate the area

What should you do if you notice a change in the patient or resident's condition?

Report it immediately

Where are your larger and stronger muscles located?

Shoulders, upper arms, hips, and thighs

When other types of disasters occur, you should?

Stay calm, follow the policy of the health care facility and proviso for the safety of yourself and the patient.

What is the main requirement of the Hazardous Chemical Standard?

To inform employees of all chemicals and hazardous products of the workplace

In case of a fire, what is the MAIN rule?

To stay calm

What are the main types of fire extinguishers available?

Water, Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical, and Halon

What is a lockout tag system?

a locking device is placed on the equipment to prevent it from being used

The Bloodborne Pathogen Standard process workers from what types of body fluids?

blood, urine, stool, semen, vaginal discharge, salvia, mucus

Examples of unsafe conditions to be reported by the healthcare worker include

burned out lightbulbs, frayed electrical cords, missing floor tiles

The applied science used to promote the safety and well being of a person by adapting the environment and using techniques to prevent injuries while working is known as ______________________.

ergonomics