Module C: Definitions

Question 1

Biohazard Symbol

Answer 1

identifies a container for potentially infectious materials

Question 2

Dysphagia

Answer 2

difficulty swallowing

Question 3

Hazard

Answer 3

anything in the resident’s environment that may cause illness or injury

Question 4

Medical Emergency

Answer 4

a dire situation when a person’s health or life is at risk

Question 5

PASS

Answer 5

acronym to remember during the use of a fire extinguisher - Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire when spraying, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep back and forth at the base of the fire

Question 6

RACE

Answer 6

acronym to remember in case of a fire - Remove residents from danger, Activate alarm, Contain the fire by closing all doors and windows, and if possible Extinguish the fire (or fire department will extinguish the fire)

Question 7

Resident’s Environment

Answer 7

the area of a long term care center that a resident calls home, designed to provide comfort, safety, and privacy for the residents

Question 8

Resident Unit

Answer 8

the personal space, furniture, and equipment provided for the resident by the long-term care center

Question 9

Safety in the Resident’s Environment

Answer 9

when a resident has little risk of illness or injury in the environment to which he/she lives