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Safety Practices Flashcards

1
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What are the types of safety hazards in the Workplace?

A
  1. General safety hazards
  2. Ergonomic hazards
  3. Biological agents
  4. Chemical agents
  5. Physical agents
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What are examples of ergonomic hazards?

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Excess force, repetition, awkward posture

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What are examples of biological agents?

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Communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, viruses, bacteria, mold, etc.

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What are examples of chemical agents?

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Cleaning products, compressed gasses, etc.

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What is ergonomics?

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A science that deals with designing and arranging things so employees can use them safely and easily.

It is matching the job to the worker and product to the user.

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How can MSK injuries be prevented?

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Staff must use proper body mechanics
For example,
- Lift close to the body
- Bend knees (do not lock them)

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What are examples of other hazards?

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  • Lifting, pushing, pulling
  • Sitting/standing for long periods
  • Lighting
  • Shift work
  • Improper use of tools
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What are examples of MDRD safety hazards?

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  • Soiled receiving and decontamination
  • Sterile preparation
  • Storage and distribution
  • Surgical services
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What is Ethylene oxide (EtO)? What is used for?

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A hazardous substance that can cause health issues, including cancer. It is used in sterilizing

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What are some EtO safety measures?

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  • Isolated location
  • Dedicated dual exhaust fan
  • EtO room under negative air pressure
  • Monitoring EtO and ventilation
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What are external disasters that can affect the hospital?

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Natural disasters like floods, hurricanes, mass shootings, etc.

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What are internal disasters that can affect the hospital?

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Power outages, infections circulating the hospital, etc.

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Where should you dispose of infectious material?

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Red or yellow biohazard bags

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14
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Where should you dispose of sharps?

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Non-puncture sharp box

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What should you ALWAYS wear when receiving dirty equipment?

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Gloves

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16
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What goes in RED bags?

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Regulated medical or infectious waste (capable of transmitting disease)

17
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What goes in YELLOW bags?

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Hazardous waste (may cause death or serious illness)

18
Q

What can you use to mount or remove scalpel blades?

A

Needle driver

19
Q

When should you change a sharp box?

A

3/4 or 75% capacity

20
Q

Is a sharp on a scalpel considered an incident report?

A

Yes

21
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What are examples of incident reports?

A

Any incident where someone can be hurt or is hurt. For example:
1. A needle/sharp coming down in a tray
2. Fall or slip from puddle on the floor

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