chapter 6 review

what should nursing assistants always do before giving care or serving meal trays?

NA's should always identify the resident

Define PASS

P- pull the pin A- aim at the base of the fire S- squeeze the handle S- sweep back and forth at the base of the fire.

Define RACE

R- remove anyone in danger if you aren't in danger A- activate alarm or call 911 C- contain the fire if possible by closing all doors and windows E- extinguish the fire

what should a nursing assistant do before helping a resident into or out of a wheelchair?

always lock the wheelchair and move footrests

when a task requires bending which of the following demonstrates proper body mechanics: bending the knees or bending from the waist?

bending the knees

is it better to push or to lift an object?

better to push objects

what is the name for the point in the body where the most weight is concentrated?

center of gravity

If a fire has started, what should the nursing assistant do before opening a closed door?

check for heat coming from it before opening it

what important information does the Safety Data Set (SDS) provide about chemicals?

chemical ingredients, chemical dangers, emergency response actions, and safe handling, store, and disposal procedures are included in the SDS.

list five reasons that elderly people have more safety concerns than other people do

dementia, confusion, illness, disability, and diminished senses.

what type of accident occurs most frequently in long-term care facilites?

falls are the most frequent accidents to happen in long-term care facilities.

what three elements are needed for a fire to occur?

heat, fuel, and oxygen

what are three guidelines for working safely around oxygen?

post no smoking and oxygen in use signs, never allow smoking where oxygen is used or stored, remove all fire hazards from the room or area, and do not burn candles, light matches, or use lighters around oxygen

List ten problems associated with restraint use.

pressure injuries, pneumonia, muscle atrophy, risk of suffocation, severe injury, reduced blood circulation, incontinence, loss of bone mass, sleep disorders, and stress and anxiety

in what position should residents eat to avoid choking?

residents must be sitting upright

what are restraint alternatives?

restraint alternatives are measures used in place of a restraint or that reduce the need for a restraint.

when lifting a heavy object from the floor, how should the feet be placed? how should the knees be positioned?

the feet should be shoulder width apart and the knees should be bent

What is body mechanics?

the way the parts of the body work together when a person moves

when can a restraint be used?

when a doctor orders one and after less restrictive measures have been tried.