13 ATI - Home Safety

Question 1

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..

Answer 1

home

Question 2

Nurses often collaborate with the client, family, and members of the interprofessional team to promote the ______ of the client.

Answer 2

safety

Question 3

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 ______.

Answer 3

home hazard appraisal

Question 4

In the plan of care for safety preparedness, the nurse should include emergency nursing principles, such as ____ and CPR

Answer 4

basic first aid

Question 5

Risk Factors for Client Injury

Answer 5

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

Question 6

The age and ____ of the client create specific safety risks.

Answer 6

developmental status

Question 7

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.

Answer 7

hazards

Question 8

Preschool and school age children often face injury from limited or ______ motor coordination.

Answer 8

underdeveloped

Question 9

Adolescents’ risk for injury can stem from increased desire to make _______ decisions, and relying on peers for guidance rather than family.

Answer 9

independent

Question 10

Some of the _____ prevention measures for specific age groups are found below.

Answer 10

accident

Question 11

To prevent aspiration in infants and toddlers keep all small _____ out of reach.

Answer 11

objects

Question 12

To prevent aspiration in infants and toddlers check toys and objects for loose or small parts and ____ edges.

Answer 12

sharp

Question 13

To prevent aspiration in infants and toddlers do not feed the infant hard candy, _____, popcorn, or whole or sliced pieces of hot dog.

Answer 13

peanuts

Question 14

To prevent aspiration in infants and toddlers do not place the infant int he _____ position while feeding or prop the infant’s bottle.

Answer 14

supine

Question 15

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.

Answer 15

pacifier

Question 16

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers teach “back to sleep” mnemonic and always place infants on ___ to rest.

Answer 16

back

Question 17

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers keep _____ out of reach.

Answer 17

plastic bags

Question 18

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.

Answer 18

snugly

Question 19

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers never leave an infant or toddler alone in the _____.

Answer 19

bathtub

Question 20

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers do not place anything in ____ with infant.

Answer 20

crib

Question 21

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers remove crib toys, such as mobiles, from over the bed as soon as the infant begins to ____.

Answer 21

push up

Question 22

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers keep latex _____ away.

Answer 22

balloons

Question 23

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers _____ swimming pools and use a locked gate.

Answer 23

fencing

Question 24

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.

Answer 24

swimming lesson

Question 25

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers teach caregivers ____ and Heimlich maneuver

Answer 25

CPR

Question 26

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers keep toilet lids down and _____ doors closed.

Answer 26

bathroom

Question 27

To prevent poisoning in infants and toddlers keep houseplants and _____ out of reach.

Answer 27

cleaning agents

Question 28

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 ________.

Answer 28

lead poisoning

Question 29

To prevent poisoning in infants and toddlers place poisons, pain, and _____ in locked cabinet.

Answer 29

gasoline

Question 30

To prevent poisoning in infants and toddlers keep medications in _____ containers and locked up.

Answer 30

child proof

Question 31

To prevent poisoning in infants and toddlers dispose of medications that are not longer used or _____

Answer 31

are out of date.

Question 32

To prevent falls in infants and toddlers keep crib and playpen ______.

Answer 32

rails up

Question 33

To prevent falls in infants and toddlers never leave the infant unattended on a _____ or other high surface.

Answer 33

changing table

Question 34

To prevent falls in infants and toddlers use ____ on stairs, and ensure windows have screens.

Answer 34

gates

Question 35

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.

Answer 35

outgrows

Question 36

To prevent falls in infants and toddlers place in a ____ bed when toddler starts to climb.

Answer 36

low

Question 37

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.

Answer 37

height and weight limit

Question 38

To prevent motor vehicle injury in infants and toddlers use a care seat with a _____ harness for infants and children.

Answer 38

five point harness

Question 39

To prevent motor vehicle injury in infants and toddlers all car seats should be ____ approved and be placed in the back seat.

Answer 39

federally

Question 40

To prevent burns in infants and toddlers test the temperature of formula and ____.

Answer 40

bath water

Question 41

To prevent burns in infants and toddlers place pots on ____ and turn handle away from fron of stove.

Answer 41

back burner

Question 42

To prevent burns in infants and toddlers supervise the use of _____

Answer 42

faucets

Question 43

To prevent burns in infants and toddlers keep matches and _____ out of reach.

Answer 43

lighters

Question 44

To prevent burns in infants and toddlers cover all ____.

Answer 44

electrical outlets