Chapter 4

Question 1

T/F
Proper posture and body mechanics puts less stress on muscles and decreases injury

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Being able to identify with and understand another person’s feelings

Answer 2

Empathy

Question 3

Ways to control body odor

Answer 3

Bath/Shower
Clean clothes/washed
use deodorant
brush teeth
Avoid strong scents (perfumes/after shave)
Don’t smoke in your uniform

Question 4

Basic rules to apply to your hair as a health care provider

Answer 4

Clean and neat
natural hair color
long hair should be pinned or pulled back
avoid fancy or extreme hairstyles

Question 5

T/F
Jewelry can cause injury to the provider and patient and can transmit germs

Answer 5

True

Question 6

T/F
Perfumes and aftershave provide a pleasant aroma and should be used to avoid body odor

Answer 6

False

Question 7

List 5 stress-reducing techniques

Answer 7

Unlimited number of answers

Question 8

How does a nurse or doctor know what to wear to work

Answer 8

Depends on the hospital policy and each unit may have a specific color to wear to denote department

Question 9

Being willing to be held accountable for your actions

Answer 9

Responsibility

Question 10

The ability to be tolerant, to be understanding, and to control your temper

Answer 10

Patience