Chapter 11: Environmental Safety
Which of the following is most likely to occur when a patient experiences weakness after an illness or injury
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 class fire extinguishers are designed for use of flammable and combustible liquids
A fall (Patients that have weakness are more prone to falls
Which of the following is an example of an infectious hazard
Bacteria (Viruses, fungi, and other living microorganisms)
Never mix any two chemicals together without first verifying
Compatibility
Workplace violence ranges from offensive or threatening language to homicide
Compatibility
Which of the following guidelines should you follow in the event of an emergency disaster plan being activated
False
The only time it is appropriate to run in a health care facility is durning an emergency
False (Do not wear earrings that extend beyond the earlobe so that they cannot be grabbed or caught
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 guidelines should you follow in the event of an emergency disaster plan being activated
If at work, perform duties calmly
Wearing dangling earrings are acceptable as long as you are not working around combative patients
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 physical hazard
Oxygen tank (are radiation, noise, explosive objects or substances
What report is an written document completed when any unexpected situation occurs the can cause harm to a patient, employee, or any other person
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
Which of the following is an example of a workplace violence hazard
patient cursing