Chapter 3 Safety Flashcards
The substances causing latex allergy are similar to ones found in ____ (name 4)
Chestnuts
Kiwis
Avocados
Bananas
____ is a true allergic response in which the body’s immune system reacts to the proteins or other components of the latex that are absorbed through the skin. ____ increases absorption. May also occur through ____. Symptoms may ____.
Allergic contact dermatitis
Perspiration
Inhalation of glove powder
Not be localized to the exposed area
The safe handling of chemicals begins with ____.
Proper labeling
In 2012 OSHA adopted the ____.
GHS of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals
Combining acid and water releases ____. By adding ____ to ____ you allow a large amount of ____ to heat. Adding ____ to ____ will cause the ____ to boil on contact and splatter out of the container and onto your skin.
Heat
Acid, water, water
Water, acid, water
____ occurs as a result of direct skin contact with material left on the latex surface during manufacturing, such as processing chemicals. ____, ____, and ____ may occur within minutes to hours of exposure. Can be treated by ____.
Irritant contact dermatitis
Redness, swelling, itching
Removing glove and washing exposed area
____ fuels a Class C fire and ____ extinguishers can be used.
Energized electrical equipment
C
____ is a rapid, severe immune reaction that can be life threatening if not treated. During this reaction the ____ may ____, the ____ may ____ and the ____ drops. ____ and emergency room management are needed for treatment.
Anaphylaxis Airway, swell shut Heart rate, increase Blood pressure Epinephrine injection
____ dictates the most important steps to take in case of fire or explosion.
Rescue (Remove patients from immediate area)
Alarm (Call 911 or appropriate fire emergency number)
Confine (Close all windows)
Extinguish (Put that shit out)
____ mix chemicals together unless following an approved protocol.
NEVER
____ uses an extremely strong magnet to create images of the body, powerful enough to pull metal objects at great speeds from across a room.
Magnetic Resonance Imgaging (MRI) machine
What are the 5 classes of fires?
A, B, C, D, K
Workplace safety is regulated by ____.
OSHA
Flush chemically affected area for a minimum of ____.
15 mins
In areas where radioactivity is used the ____ is displayed.
Radioactive hazard symbol
____ fuels a Class D fire and ____, ____ extinguishers can be used.
Flammable metals
special equipment, D
____ is the most common hazard encountered by phlebotomists.
Sharps
____, ____, and ____ fuels a Class B fire and ____, ____, and ____ extinguishers can be used.
Grease, oil, flammable liquids
ABC, BC, halogenated agents
Never store chemicals ____
Above eye level
____ laws allow you to review info on chemical hazards in the workplace.
“Right-to-Know”
Always store a chemical in ____.
It’s original container
The safety feature on a needle must be activated ____.
As soon as then needle is removed from the vein.
First aid for bleeding steps
- Apply direct pressure to wound with clean cloth
- Elevate limb above the heart unless fractured
- Maintain pressure until medical assistance arrives
The ____ is a design recognized by firefighters that warns of the location of hazardous materials in the event of a fire. It uses a ____ whose four quadrants contain numbers indication the relative danger leve in four areas: ____ (____), ____ (____), ____ (____) and ____ (____).
NFPA label
Blue (Health Hazards), Red (Flammability), Yellow (Ractivity warning), White (Other)
Individuals with known sensitivity to latex should wear a ____.
Medical alert bracelet
The ____ in 2010 emphasized that ____ be the initial CPR action for all victims, regardless of age and that ____ is less important than ____ especially in adults.
American Heart Association (AHA)
Continual chest compressions
Breathing aid
Continual compressions
Name the early warning signs of shock (5)
Pale, cold, or clammy skin Rapid pulse Shallow breathing Weakness Possible nausea or vomiting
If you are not trained in rescue breathing or cannot provide rescue breathing, you should perform ____ after determining the victim is not responsive and not breathing normally.
Compression only (hands-only CPR)
OSHA requires that each chemical comes with a ____, which provides info about the chemical, it’s hazards, and the procedures for cleanup and first aid.
Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
____, ____, and ____ fuels a Class A fire and ____, ____ extinguishers can be used.
Wood, paper, cloth
A, ABC
Know the location of ____ and ____ in the lab.
Safety showers, eyewash stations
____ fuels a Class K fire and ____, ____ extinguisher can be used.
Cooking oils and grease
Special Equipment, K
Three steps of CPR
- Determine whether victim is conscious. If unresponsive call for emergency medical personnel (911 or within the hospital)
- Determine if victim breathing normally. If unresponsive and not breathing or only gasping, begin chest compressions immediately. If an automated external defibrillator (AED) is near use that instead/
- Two fingers above the sternum in between the nipples compress chest between 1 1/2 and 2 in. Compressions should be at a rate of 100/min. Continue compressions until professional help arrives
Two other types of secondary labels used to ID hazardous materials are the ____ and ____.
Department of Transportation (DOT) label
National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) label
The ____ displays the type of hazard, the United Nations hazard class number, and identifying number.
DOT label
____ describes all safety procedures, special precautions, and emergency procedures used when working with chemicals.
Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP)
5 steps to treat shock
- Call for professional assistance
- Keep victim lying flat
- Elevate the legs unless a fracture is suspected
- Turn head to the side in case of vomiting and sweep the mouth with finger to keep airway open
- Keep victim warm
In 2001 the Needle Stick Safety and Prevention Act required all employers to switch to ____.
Safety needle devices
The acronym for fire extinguisher use is ____.
P ull the pin
A im at the base of the fire
S queeze the handle
S weep
____ or ____ have replaced latex gloves
Stretch nitrile, vinyl
Name the 10 types of hazards
Biological Physical Sharps Chemical Radioactive reagents X-Ray equipment Electrical Fire or explosive Gases under pressure Latex sensitivity
Never add ____ to ____. Always add ____ to ____.
Water, Acid
Acid, Water
