Chapter 26: Safety, Security & Emergency Preparedness Flashcards
1
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Safety
A
Freedom for danger, harm, or risk
2
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To Err Is Human
A
The IOM recognized the need for a renewed focus on a culture of safety that promotes safe, effective, person-centered delivery of care
2000
3
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Factors Affecting Safety
A
Developmental Considerations Lifestyle- occupation & social behavior Environment Mobility Sensory Perception Knowledge Ability to Communicate Physical Health State Psychosocial Health State
4
Q
Poison Control Centers
A
Provide checklists for “poison proofing” a home and provide lists of toxic household items
5
Q
Asphyxiation
A
Suffocation
6
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Restraint
A
Physical devices used to limit a pt’s movement.
7
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Sentinel Event
A
Unexplained occurrence involving death or serious physical/ psychological injury, or the risk of death/ injury.
