Saftey Flashcards
OSHA
Occupational safety and Heath administration
MSDS
Material safety data sheet
HBV
Hepatitis B virus
HIV
Human immunodeficiency virus
BVM
Bag valve mask
NIOSH
National institute for occupational safety and Heath
Dx
Diagnosis
FH
Family history
Infect/o
Infected
Sept/o
Infection
Incis/o
Cutting into
Lacerat/o
Torn, mangled
Dis-
Absence of
Abras/o
Rub or scrape off
Path/o
Disease, suffering
Lack of blood supply to the brain
Stroke
A disease of the nervous system that could cause madness and death
Rabies
Tissue separates from the body
Skin avulsion
Stretching or tearing of the ligaments that hold bone
Sprain
A jagged, irregular tear of the skin
Laceration
Wound to outer layer of the skin that causes little bleeding
Abrasion
A cut from a knife, glass, or sharp rock
Incision
Define safety
Freedom from danger, risks, and injury
Oversee safety in the workplace and keep MSDS on all chemicals handled
OSHA Act of 1970
What role does CDC play in accident and injury prevention?
It developed standard precautions for the healthcare worker to avoid accidental transmission of disease
Conducts research and makes recommendations for the prevention of work related disease and injury
NIOSH
What is the fire triangle?
Fuel, heat, and oxygen
Water
Common combustibles
Carbon dioxide
Flammable liquids
K bicarbonate
Electrical
Chemical
All ABC fires
How do you use a fire extinguisher?
Pull pin
Aim at base of fire
Squeeze handle
Squeeze nozzle from side to side to displace oxygen away from the fire
How do you stop a fire from spreading?
Rescue
Alarm
Contain
Evacuate
Why is it always good to use proper body mechanics?
To maintain proper posture and avoid muscle and bone injuries
Explain body alignment when talking about proper body mechanics, and why it is important
Body alignment refers to the correct relationship or position of the head, back, and limbs. Is important so that unnecessary pressure is not placed on the natural curves of your back
The science that studies living organisms that cannot be seen with the naked eye
Microbiology
Microorganisms are found:
Almost everywhere on the planet
Microorganism are also referred to as:
microbes or germs
What are microorganisms that cause disease?
Pathogens
What are the 5 favorable conditions for microorganisms?
Temperature PH Food (same lol) Moisture Oxygen