Factors Affecting Safety- Chap 17 Flashcards
Top Cause of Death in Older Adult
Falls
Top 3 Causes of Preventable Injury
Poisoning
MVA
Falls
Body Factors Affecting Safety
Automatic reflexes that recognize and avoid unsafe situations
Muscucoloskeletal System- Protects organs
Integumentary System- protects body from infection
How does fatigue effect body?
Affects judgement and physical activities
Why are environmental factors important to nurse?
Polluted air serves as an irritant in the lungs and cause difficulty w/ oxygenation & breathing
Polluted water- can cause problems in GI system
Noise Pollution- causes high stress, increase risk for hearing loss
Radiation- effects bone marrow & development of cells
Terrorism- increase # of critically ill pts
Book that tells you everything you need to know on your unit
Policy and Procedure Book always follow
It is important to assess client’s home environment before they are discharged. T or F
True
**Look at JCAHO Annual Pt Safety Goals Sheet handed out in class **
**Look at JCAHO Annual Pt Safety Goals Sheet handed out in class **
saftey event that results in death or serious injury
Sentinel Event
Pt falls are not reportable to state. T or F
False- Pt falls are reportable to state
When documenting, it is recommended to take accountability and draw attention to mistake. T or F
False
