106.02 Handling Of Patient Valuables (week 9) Flashcards
If a patient is conscious and alert, you shall…
Ask their permission prior to moving/removing personal belongings
____________ of these items, shall be documented in the __________ _________ of the medical report.
Disposition
Narrative section
If belongings are transferred to friends or relatives of the patient, personnel shall obtain the ________ of the patient and _____________ what items were turned over and the _________ of the person it was given too.
Consent
Document
Name
When it becomes necessary to go into a patient’s wallet or purse to obtain I.D. Or other pertinent information, it is best practice to do this in the presence of….
Law enforcement or a department crew member
All items left on units should be _________ and every attempt shall be made to _________ the _______ and arrange for the return of items.
Secured
Contact the owner
The ____ _______ shall be notified and items shall be delivered to _______ ________
EMS Captain
His/her control