safety study guide Flashcards
Never perform a procedure without a patient’s permission
True
The blood-borne pathogen standard mandates that all employees be trained in reading and interpreting chemical labels and hazards
False
Back muscles are strong large muscles and should be used for heavy lifting
False
All manufactures must provide material safety data sheets (MSDS) with any hazards products they sell.
True
The Occupational safety and health administration (OSHA) establish in enforce safety standards for the workplace.
True
If a patient is unconscious it is not necessary to knock on the door before entering the room.
False
How many inches apart should the feet be to maintain a broad base of support.
A.) 2 to 10
B.) 4 to 6
C.) 8 to 10
D.) 6 to 8
8 to 10
The uses of correct body mechanics are needed to
A.) Bends from the waist correctly
B.) Obtain a narrow base of support
C.) Use the strongest muscles
D.) Twist while moving the patient
Uses the strongest muscle
While handling any electrical equipment be sure to
A.) Plug for equipment into any socket carefully
B.) Ask for written instructions on how to use it
C.) Check first for damages cords or improper grounds
D.) All the above
Check first for a damage cord or improper ground
Solutions uses in healthcare facilities
A.) Can be dangerous so avoid eye and skin contact
B.) Can be mixed together in most cases
C.) Do not always need a label
D.) All the above
Can be dangerous avoid eye and skin contact
Most fire emergency plans usually include all the following except?
A.) The alarm should be activated as soon as possible
B.) Patients and personnel in immediate danger should be removed from the area
C.) Doors and windows should be opened to expel the smoke
D.) Electrical equipment and oxygen should be shut off
Door and windows should be open to expel the smoke
Ergonomics include all the following except
A.) An awareness of the environment to prevent injuries
B.) Determining which repetitive movements will be most effective
C.) Training in required muscles movements
D.) Correct placements of furniture and equipment
Determining with repetitive movement will be most effective
How many times did you read the labels of solution
A.) Four
B.) Three
C.) Two
D.) One
Three
If a solution such as acetic acid spills on the counter you should?
A.) Report it immediately
B.) Absorb it into a sponge
C.)Wipe it up immediately
D.) Dilute it with water
Reported immediately
To get close to an object you should
A.) Twist to the correct angle
B.) Bend from the hips and knees
C.) Bend from the waist and knees
D.) Reach our for the object
Been from the hips and knees
