EXTRA INFO Flashcards
1
Q
what is incivility?
A
teasing, joking, dirty looks, or uninvited touching
2
Q
what is utilitarianism?
A
decision making based on what provides the greatest good for the greatest number of people
3
Q
what is deontological theory?
A
based on obligations, duty and what one considers right or wrong
4
Q
what is the nurse’s responsibility with safe use of equipment?
A
- ensure electrical equipment is grounded with 3 pronged plug and grounded outlet to decrease risk of shock
- unplug using the plug, not the cord due to risk of shock
- ensure all pumps have free flow protection to prevent overdose
5
Q
what is PASS?
A
Pull, Aim extinguisher at base of fire, Squeeze trigger, and Sweep
6
Q
who can be on booster seats?
A
they are for children who are less than 4 foot 9 inches in height and less than 40 pounds in weight
7
Q
what are examples in which an incident report should be filed?
A
- med errors
- procedure/treatment errors
- needlesticks
- any injuries
- threat made to patient or staff
- loss of property such as dentures or jewelry
8
Q
what goes on the incident report?
A
- name of witness
- corrective actions that were taken
- name and dose of med
- patient’s name and hospital number
9
Q
who is the incident report completed by?
A
incident report is completed by person who identified the incident
