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86 Cards in this Set
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Environmental safety means identifying and ____ potential hazards that can cause accidents
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correcting
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OSHA, in addition to infection control has many reg req that apply to _____ safety.
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workplace
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Best approach to safety is to focus on +++++
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prevention
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Movement causes accidents such as falls. Never ___ even in an emergency. Stay to the right in hallway and be cautious. Remove any +++ rugs to prevent trip, slip. Open doors slowly. Use handrails when climb or descend stairs. Never carry ____ syringes or sharp instruments.
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run
lose uncapped |
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Working Safely with Pts
Do not perform any procedure on pts until you have received adequate ++++ and no shortcuts. |
training
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Working Safely with Pts
Observe and note conditions in pts that might increase their risk of ++++ and injury. |
accident
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Working Safely with Pts
Be absolutely positive you have the correct +++Ask pt to state name. |
pt.
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Working Safely with Pts
Always verify pt given ____ |
consent
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Working Safely with Pts
Leave the bed in low position with rails up if needed. Place call signal, phone, and bed controls within +++++ |
reach
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Physical or Mental Changes That increase the risk of injury
Changes in vision, hearing, altered ____function, changes in blood vessels, slowed reflexes, changes in mental function, weakness from illness or ++++, taking medications |
neurological
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Physical Hazards Changes in vision
Place objects in pt ++++ field Expain location of items orally. Id yourself when approaching. |
visual
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Physical Hazards Changes in Hearing. Face the ___ when speaking. Speak clearly but do not yell. Notice no reaction to warning sounds.
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pt
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Altered Neurological status shaking or ==== can inc risk of falls due to affect on balance. Decreased sensation prevents warning
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tremors
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Changes in blood vessels associated with ____ when attempting to stand and inc risk of fall
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dizziness
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Slowed reflexes unable to move away quickly from ++++
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danger
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Changes in mental function confusion and ____can impair good judgment.
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forgetfulness
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Weakness from illness or injuy prone to ++++
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falls
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Physcial Challenge Taking Medications include:
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side effects that may cause impaired vision or dizziness
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Report any unsafe work conditions, accidents or ____
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injuries
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Health care hazards include chemical, environmental, ____, infectious, physical, psychosocial, and workplace ____
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ergonomic
violence |
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Physcial Challenge Taking Medications include:
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side effects that may cause impaired vision or dizziness
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Workplace violence prevention has to do with environmental designs, adminstrative ___ (stafffing patterns, restrict movement, and allern security)
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controls
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Report any unsafe work conditions, accidents or ____
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injuries
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Physcial Challenge Taking Medications include:
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side effects that may cause impaired vision or dizziness
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Workplace violence prevention: has to do with watching for pt/fam anger, maintain balance helps diffuse -------, be alert, and call security and report.
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anger
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Health care hazards include chemical, environmental, ____, infectious, physical, psychosocial, and workplace ____
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ergonomic
violence |
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Report any unsafe work conditions, accidents or ____
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injuries
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Health care hazards include chemical, environmental, ____, infectious, physical, psychosocial, and workplace ____
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ergonomic
violence |
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Workplace violence prevention has to do with environmental designs, adminstrative ___ (stafffing patterns, restrict movement, and allern security)
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controls
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Workplace violence prevention has to do with environmental designs, adminstrative ___ (stafffing patterns, restrict movement, and allern security)
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controls
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Workplace violence prevention: has to do with watching for pt/fam anger, maintain balance helps diffuse -------, be alert, and call security and report.
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anger
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Workplace violence prevention: has to do with watching for pt/fam anger, maintain balance helps diffuse -------, be alert, and call security and report.
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anger
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Physcial Challenge Taking Medications include:
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side effects that may cause impaired vision or dizziness
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Report any unsafe work conditions, accidents or ____
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injuries
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Health care hazards include chemical, environmental, ____, infectious, physical, psychosocial, and workplace ____
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ergonomic
violence |
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Workplace violence prevention has to do with environmental designs, adminstrative ___ (stafffing patterns, restrict movement, and allern security)
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controls
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Workplace violence prevention: has to do with watching for pt/fam anger, maintain balance helps diffuse -------, be alert, and call security and report.
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anger
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Safety Guidelines
Focus on prevention Move safely Dress for safety Work safely with patients Protect self and others ______ for safety |
report
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Increased Risk with Physical and Mental Changes
Changes in vision Changes in hearing Altered neurological function Changes in blood _____ |
vessels
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Increased Risk with Physical and Mental Changes
Slowed reflexes Changes in mental ---------Weakness from illness or injury Taking of medications |
function
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Which of the following is the best approach when asked to perform a procedure on a patient that you are not trained to do?Do not agree to do ___
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it
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Workplace Violence
Health care worker risk Offensive or threatening language Psychological ______ Actual injuries Homicide Can result in negative organizational outcomes |
trauma
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A patient is very upset about the care she received. She begins to escalate in volume and curse at you. What should you do?B. Acknowledge her feelings
When confronted with angry patients, acknowledge _____and avoid getting defensive or matching hostility |
feelings
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Prevent or Decrease Violence
Environmental designs Administrative controls Behavior ++++++ |
modification
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Fire and Electrical Hazards
Fire requires oxygen, item that will burn, and source of heat Know location of fire alarms and extinguishers Know emergency ______routes |
evacuation
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Fire req 3 things to start: O2 or air, fuel such as trash, ___, or chemicals and a source of heat (sparks, flames, or matches).
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linen
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In a fire must know: the location of fire alarm and ++++
Carry the fire extinguisher upright and remember extinguisher code, PASS. Pull the pin, Aim the nozzle at the base of fire, and Squeeze the handle. Sweep back and forth along base of fire |
extinguishers
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In a fire must know, emergency ____ route, and type of fire extinguisher. They vary according to type of fire.
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evacuation
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Fire Procedures
______ Remove patients Activate alarm Contain the fire Extinguish the fire or Evacuate the area |
RACE
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Fire Extinguisher Usage
_____ Pull the pin Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire Squeeze the handle Sweep back and forth along the base of the fire |
PASS
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+++++Procedures
RACE Remove patients Activate alarm Contain the fire Extinguish the fire or Evacuate the area |
FIRE
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Fire Procedures
______ Remove patients Activate alarm Contain the fire Extinguish the fire or Evacuate the area |
RACE
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Four Types of Fires
Class A Ordinary combustibles Class B Flammable and combustible ______ |
liquids
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Fire Extinguisher Usage
_____ Pull the pin Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire Squeeze the handle Sweep back and forth along the base of the fire |
PASS
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+++++Procedures
RACE Remove patients Activate alarm Contain the fire Extinguish the fire or Evacuate the area |
FIRE
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Four Types of Fires
Class A Ordinary combustibles Class B Flammable and combustible ______ |
liquids
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Four Types of Fires
Class A Ordinary combustibles Class B Flammable and combustible liquids Class C Electrical fires Class D Burning ______ |
metals
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PASS
Acronym for putting out fire with fire extinguisher RACE Acronym for what to do when you _____ fire |
discover
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Chemical Hazards
Numerous chemicals used in health care Labeling and compatibility Avoid contact Wear PPE Follow material ____ data sheet (MSDS) Clean up and treatment |
safety
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Radiation Hazards
X-rays and radiation therapy Monitoring radiation exposure _____ guidelines Disposal of radioactive waste |
safety
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Infectious Waste
Any item or product with potential to ____ disease Follow policies and procedures Report accidental exposures |
transmit
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Class A is the most ____ type of fire. Ordinary combustibles, like paper, cloth, rubbish, mattresses. Water Class A or ABC fire extinguisher
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common
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Wash skin as soon as possible after using fire _____
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extinguisher
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Class B flammable gas oil paint solvent cooking fat Use ___, BC, or ABC fire extinguishers that release CO2 and form a cloud.
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B
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Do not use water or Class A fire ____ on a Class B fire.
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extinguisher
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Fires can result from damaged equipment, overloaded ____, defective heating systems, smoking, and improper trash disposal.
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circuits
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Class C Electrical fires, fuse box, wiring, appliances, Use C, BC, or ABC ++++because CO2 used. Do not use water or Class __ extinguisher on this type. Electrocution a possiblity.
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extinguisher
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Class D Burning Metals not often seen in healthcare. Class ___ extinguisher.
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D
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RACE:
Remove pts. Activate ____ Contain the fire. ____ the fire. |
alarm
extinguish |
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pass
pull the pn aim the nozzle at base of fire squeeze ------ |
handle
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Oxygen Precautions
Post sign “Oxygen in Use” Avoid all sources for sparks Never use flammable liquids Secure oxygen tank Do not ------- Do not use wool or synthetics |
smoke
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First step to take when chemical comes in contact with skin:
Immediately rinse under cool water for at least -- minutes |
5
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Bioterrorism
Extends back in history to earliest human records Biological exposure readiness ----- |
plan
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Bioterrorism
Most likely weapons: Anthrax Smallpox Botulism ------- |
plague
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Emergency Disaster Plan
Follow OSHA requirements Follow policies and procedures Remain ------ |
calm
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Triage System
Guidelines to assess patients’ conditions Determine where they should be sent Determine what treatment they should receive Used during disasters Used daily in --------- rooms |
emergency
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PASS
pull the pin aim the nozzle at the base squeeze the handle _____ back and foth along the base |
sweep
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Never mix any ___ chemicals without verifying the compatibility.
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2
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Chemical exposure wear ___
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PPE
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Radiation linked to cancer, ___, and birth defect if infant.
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sterility
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Infectious waste must be handled using standard and ____ based precautions.
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transmission
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Infectious Waste clean up of spill and ____ of wastes
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disposal
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Oxygen hazards
Sparks can come from electrical appliances. Never use flammable liquids such as nail polish, alcohol, ___, adhesive tape remover, |
oils
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Emergency Disaster Plan
Osha req in case of disaster. Whether you should report,how to protect self and patients, your specific ___, and how to get communications and updates. |
duties
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Triage guidelines to assess pts and where they should be ____
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sent
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A less obvious triage system in +++++ room
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emergency
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