13 ATI - Home Safety Flashcards
In addition to taking measures to prevent injury of clients in a health care setting, nurses play a pivotal role in promoting safety in the client’s _____ and community..
home
Nurses often collaborate with the client, family, and members of the interprofessional team to promote the ______ of the client.
safety
To initiate a plan of care, the nurse must identify risk factors using a risk assessment tool and complete a nursing history, physical exam, and ______.
home hazard appraisal
In the plan of care for safety preparedness, the nurse should include emergency nursing principles, such as ____ and CPR
basic first aid
Risk Factors for Client Injury
Age and Developmental status Mobility and balance Knowledge about safety hazards Sensory and cognitive awareness Communication skills Home and work environment Community in which the client lives Lifestyle choices
The age and ____ of the client create specific safety risks.
developmental status
Infants and toddlers are at risk for injury due to a tendency to put objects in their mouth and from _____ encountered while exploring their environment.
hazards
Preschool and school age children often face injury from limited or ______ motor coordination.
underdeveloped
Adolescents’ risk for injury can stem from increased desire to make _______ decisions, and relying on peers for guidance rather than family.
independent
Some of the _____ prevention measures for specific age groups are found below.
accident
To prevent aspiration in infants and toddlers keep all small _____ out of reach.
objects
To prevent aspiration in infants and toddlers check toys and objects for loose or small parts and ____ edges.
sharp
To prevent aspiration in infants and toddlers do not feed the infant hard candy, _____, popcorn, or whole or sliced pieces of hot dog.
peanuts
To prevent aspiration in infants and toddlers do not place the infant int he _____ position while feeding or prop the infant’s bottle.
supine
To prevent aspiration in infants and toddlers a ____ (if used) should be constructed of one piece and never placed on string or ribbon around the neck.
pacifier
To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers teach “back to sleep” mnemonic and always place infants on ___ to rest.
back
To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers keep _____ out of reach.
plastic bags
To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers make sure crib mattress fits ___ and that crib slats are no more than 2 3/8 inches apart.
snugly
To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers never leave an infant or toddler alone in the _____.
bathtub
To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers do not place anything in ____ with infant.
crib
To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers remove crib toys, such as mobiles, from over the bed as soon as the infant begins to ____.
push up
To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers keep latex _____ away.
balloons
To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers _____ swimming pools and use a locked gate.
fencing
To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers begin ______ with the child’s developmental status allows for protective responses, such as closing her mouth under water.
swimming lesson
To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers teach caregivers ____ and Heimlich maneuver
CPR
To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers keep toilet lids down and _____ doors closed.
bathroom
To prevent poisoning in infants and toddlers keep houseplants and _____ out of reach.
cleaning agents
To prevent poisoning in infants and toddlers inspect and remove sources of lead, such as paint chips, and provide parents with info about prevention of ________.
lead poisoning
To prevent poisoning in infants and toddlers place poisons, pain, and _____ in locked cabinet.
gasoline
To prevent poisoning in infants and toddlers keep medications in _____ containers and locked up.
child proof
To prevent poisoning in infants and toddlers dispose of medications that are not longer used or _____
are out of date.
To prevent falls in infants and toddlers keep crib and playpen ______.
rails up
To prevent falls in infants and toddlers never leave the infant unattended on a _____ or other high surface.
changing table
To prevent falls in infants and toddlers use ____ on stairs, and ensure windows have screens.
gates
To prevent falls in infants and toddlers restrain according to manufacturer’s recommendations and supervise when in high chair, swing, stroller, etc. Discontinue use when the infant or toddler _____ size or activity limits.
outgrows
To prevent falls in infants and toddlers place in a ____ bed when toddler starts to climb.
low
To prevent motor vehicle injury in infants and toddlers place in a rear facing car seat until 2 years of age or until they exceed the ______ limit of the car seat. They can then sit in a forward facing car seat.
height and weight limit
To prevent motor vehicle injury in infants and toddlers use a care seat with a _____ harness for infants and children.
five point harness
To prevent motor vehicle injury in infants and toddlers all car seats should be ____ approved and be placed in the back seat.
federally
To prevent burns in infants and toddlers test the temperature of formula and ____.
bath water
To prevent burns in infants and toddlers place pots on ____ and turn handle away from fron of stove.
back burner
To prevent burns in infants and toddlers supervise the use of _____
faucets
To prevent burns in infants and toddlers keep matches and _____ out of reach.
lighters
To prevent burns in infants and toddlers cover all ____.
electrical outlets
