Flowers increase the risk for the spread of infection, especially Pseudomonas.

Flowers should be cared for by staff who are not involved in patient care, or by the pts or a family member.

 Wear gloves if you must touch the flowers

Explain private room, semiprivate rooms and Wards.

Private room contains only one bed.

Semiprivate rooms contain two beds.

Wards are multiple-bed rooms, usually with 3 or 4 beds.

• toothbrush and tooth paste
• comb and hairbrush
• denture cup if patient wears dentures

• emesis basis
• wash basin
• soap and soap dish

• bedpan
• urinal for male patients

• Provide support and a "handle" for the pts to use for turning and repositioning in bed.
• provide a "handle" for getting into and out of bed.
• Give the pats a feeling of security
• Reduce the risk of the pts falling out of ved.
• Provede access to ved and television controls that part of the bed rail design.

• attachment of tubes such as IV lines or catheters
• attachment of restraints

95ºF to 105ºF.

Should not exceed 120ºF.

The daily or Concurrent cleaning of equipment is important part of NA job. It contributes to the safety to pts. You can prevent accidents related to equipment by reporting needed repairs promptly.

Possible hazards include :

• lost screws
• frayed straps
• loose wheels
• broken control knobs
• latches that do not hook
• side rails that do not fasten correctly
• faulty brakes on wheelschairs and stretchers
• frayed electrical cords

The fire triangle :

Source of Ignition (heat), Oxygen, Fuel

• Frayed electrical wires
• Overloaded circuits
• Plugs that are not properly grounded
• Accumulated clutter such as papers and rags
• Improper protection during oxygen therapy
• uncontrolled smoking
• Matches left where children or others have unauthorized access to them
• smoking in rooms where oxygen is in use

• Check for frayed electical wires
• Do not overload circuits with too many electrical cords
• Do not use a lightweight electrical cord with equipment that draws a heavy power load
• Use three-prong grounded plugs
• Do not allow clutter to accumulate in doorways or traffic lanes
• Empty wastepaper cans in proper receptacles
• Do not store oily rags or paint rags
• Report any possible hazards right away
• Report smoke and/or burning smells
• Keep all fire exits clear of equipment and debris
• Know and practice fire drill safety
• Do not let visitors give cigarettes to patients

18 inches.

If supplies are stacked close to the ceiling, the sprinklesr system will not be effective during a fire.

• Post a sign indicating that oxygen is in use
• Do not adjust the liter flow of axygen
• Use cotton blankets and gown for the pts
• Wear cotton uniforms and nonwool sweaters when providing care
• Do not permit smoking, lighted matches, or open flames in the area
• Do not use flammable liquids such as oils, alcohol, nail polish, aftershave, lotions, perfume or hair spray
• Do not use electrical equipment such as radios, hair dryers, electric razors, heating pads, or toy

• Never change the fitting from one type of oxygen bottle to another
• Make sure you use the correct adaptor and plug for the unit
• Make sure the oxygen cylinder is secure in an upright position
• Oxygen tank or liquid oxygen canister is leaking, remove the pts from the room and close the door.
• Report to the proper person
• Never attempt to carry or move an oxygen cylinder or canister if it is leaking

Remove = remove patient

Active/Alarm = Sound the alarm

Contain fire = close window and door to prevent drafts, which cause the fire to spread more rapidly.

Extinguish or evacuate the area

P - Pull the pin

A - Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire

S - Squeeze the handle

S - Sweep back and forth along the base of the fire

That conditions are favorable for a tornado to develop.

• Patient are not evacuated during a tornado watch.
• Someone is designated to monitor the weather in case the situation changes.

Tornado is actually in the area.

NA will help with the evacuation of pts.

• Speak slowly, softly and clearly
• Move away from heavy or sharp objects that may be used as weapon
• Avoid standing directly in front of him/her. Maintain a distance of 3 to 6 feet
• Never let the person come betwwn you and the exit
• Listen to what the person is saying
• Avoid arguing and defensive statements

 OSHA requires that all manufacturers of these items suply MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) with any hazardous products they sells.

All hazardous products must be :

• Kept in their original containers with the original labels intact and legible
• Health care facilities must keep all chemicals in locked cupboards
• Explains first aid measures to use if exposure occurs

puncture-resistant "sharp" container

Seal the cap whe it is three-quarters full