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Environmental Safety, Week #5
Health & Safety
18
Nursing
Not Applicable
05/02/2011

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Bioterrorism
Definition
intentional attack using biological weapons such as viruses, bacteria or other germs
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Asphyxiation
Definition

lack of oxygen due to interrupted breathing

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Chemical Restraints
Definition
medications used to control socially disruptive behavior
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Carbon Monoxide
Definition

odorless, colorless, tasteless toxic gas

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Heimlich Maneuver
Definition
subdiaphragmatic abdominal thrusts used to clear an obstructed airway
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Seizure Precautions
Definition
safety measures taken to protect clients during a seizure
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Electric Shock
Definition
current travels through the body to the ground
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Safety Monitoring Device
Definition
 a position-sensitive switch triggering an alarm when a client tries to get out of bed of chair
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Scald
Definition
a burn from a hot liquid or steam
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Physical Restraints
Definition
any manual method of restricting client’s movement
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Sensory Perception
Definition
organization and translation of stimuli into meaningful information
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Sensory Reception
Definition
process of receiving environmental stimuli
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Sensoristasis
Definition

the need for sensory stimulation

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Sensory Deprivation
Definition
insufficient sensory stimulation
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Sensory Overload
Definition
an overabundance of sensory stimulation
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Sensory Deficit
Definition
partial or complete impairment of any sensory organ
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Awareness
Definition
the ability to perceive environmental stimuli and body reactions and to respond appropriately through thought and action
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Restraints
Definition

protective devices used to limit physical activity of the client or a part of the client’s body

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