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| 3 Components needed for combustion: |
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| 4 main causes of hospital fires: |
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- Spontaneous combustion
- Open flames
- Smoking
- Electricity
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| 3 steps to follow if you suspect a fire hazard from an electrical malfunction: |
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- Turn off electricity at the main power source
- Call for qualified assistance
- Stand by with the proper fire extinguisher.
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| 4 frequent infractions to fire safety rules: |
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- Blocking fire doors to prevent them from closing
- Storing equipment in corridors, hindering evacuation
- Improper storing flammable items
- Using extension cords not approved by hospital
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R: rescue
A: alarm
C: contain
E: extinguish/evacuate |
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| Solid combustible, wood, paper |
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| Flammable liquids or gases |
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| Electrical equipment or wiring |
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| Acronym for using a fire Extinguisher: |
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P: Pull the pin
A: Aim the nozzle
S: Squeeze the hand
S: Sweep from side to side over the flame |
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| Name 4 things that can cause injury to you or the patient: |
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- Electrical shock
- Falls/Collisions
- Spills
- Body Mechanics
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| 4 items that are in a spill kit: |
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- Nitrile gloves
- Kitty litter
- Heavy plastic bags
- Broom and dust pan
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| Steps to help ensure safety when a spill occurs: |
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- Limit access to the area
- Evaluate the risks involved
- Determine whether you have both the equipment and the expertise to clean up the spill safely.
- If you can proceed safely, clean up the spill immediately
- If you lack the necessary skill or equipment, call supervisor or appropriate department.
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| Occupational Safety and Health Administration. |
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| What 2 things are requirements by OSHA? |
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- All chemicals need to be labeled.
- Every chemical has a MSDS readily available in the department.
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| Most common injuries reported by health care workers are_____________. |
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| Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) |
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| Repetitive motion injuries |
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| Repetitive strain injuries |
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| Cumulative trauma disorders |
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Proper body mechanics involves:
(3 of them) |
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- Base of support
- Center of gravity
- Line of gravity
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| 5 rules of body mechanics: |
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- Provide a broad base of support
- Work at a comfortable height
- When lifting, bend your knees, and keep your back straight
- Keep your load well balanced and close to your body
- Roll or push a heavy object, avoid pulling or lifting
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| What is the most common cause of back strain? |
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| Improper bending of the back and twisting at the waist instead of turning while lifting. |
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True/False
Moving patients from one place to another in a hospital does NOT require wheeled transport if their family member is helping. |
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| False, they do require it, it is the only method to assure patient safety. |
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| 4 methods of patient transport: |
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| Wheelchairs, stretchers, cribs, incubators |
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| 6 steps to prepare for patient transfer: |
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- Check nursing station to obtain chart
- Check patient ID
- Plan what you are going to do and prepare your work area
- Obtain equipment and check it for safety and function
- Enlist the patient's help and cooperation while communicating with them what you are doing
- Obtain additional help when necessary and be sure to communicate role of assistants in the transfer plan.
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| Patients with back pain may find it easier to sit up from what position? |
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| Why is it important to allow time for the patient to regain a sense of balance? |
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| It may help alleviate orthostatic hypotension. |
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| When do falls commonly occur and why? |
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| When the patient sits in the wheelchair, they may miss the edge of the seat or tip the chair by sitting too near the edge. |
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| What is the most important thing to remember in regards to transporting a patient via wheelchair? |
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| Lock the wheels! and assist the patient until seated securely. |
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| Special consideration for stroke victims: |
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| Put yourself on their weak side. |
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| Special consideration for wheelchair transfers: |
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- Stroke victims
- Fractures of the lower extremity
- Spinal trauma or surgery
- Patients who cannot stand safely
- Stretcher transfers
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| 3 methods of stretcher transfers: |
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- Draw sheet
- Slider board
- Sliding mat
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| ____________ is required to be in up and locked position! |
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