week 7: patient safety (test 2) Flashcards
the portion of the body in contact with a horizontal surface, such as the floor
base of support
the principles of proper body alignment, movement, and balance
body mechanics
the midpoint or center of the weight of a body or object. In the standing adult human, this is in the mid pelvic cavity
center of gravity
the study of the human body in relation to the working environment
ergonomics
an imaginary line that extends from the center of gravity to the base of support
line of gravity
document required by OSHA for all hazardous chemicals, specifying the required equipment and procedure for safe handling in the event of the spill
Material safety data sheets (MSDSs)
a substance that is impervious to many hazardous chemicals; gloves of this material are commonly used in the healthcare setting
nitrile
a federal agency governing safety in the workplace that provides guidelines to ensure a high level of safety for hospital workers
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
the occurrence of fire when a chemical reaction in or near a flammable material causes sufficient heat
spontaneous combustion
what does MSDSs stand for?
Material safety data sheets
What is the 5 million lives campaign?
a campaign to prevent 5 million needless inpatient deaths by implementing improvements in care (2006-2008)
what does OSHA stand for?
occupational safety and health administration
Patient safety event that results in death, permanent harm, or severe temporary harm
sentinel event
what happens following a sentinel event?
Joint Commission report, done within 45 days of event
JC report following sentinel death usually also includes this…
root cause analysis
improving staff communication particularly helpful with ________
lab results, falls
medication safety: _______ all medications before a procedure
label
medication safety: ______________ medication information safety
record and pass along
using alarms safety: medication alarms ______________
heard and responded to
what does PASS stand for in fire safety?
pull, aim, squeeze, sweep
what does RACE stand for in fire safety?
rescue, alarm, contain, extinguish/evacuate
what are fall hazards?
wet floor
tripping hazards
equipment storage
what are collisions hazards?
moving equipment, transporting patients
nonprofit organization that advocating for patient safety and better patient outcomes
Institute for Healthcare Improvement
what do Class A fire extinguishers extinguish?
Fire fueled by solid combustibles, such as wood or paper
what do Class B fire extinguishers extinguish?
Fire fueled by flammable liquids or gases
what do Class C fire extinguishers extinguish?
Fire involving electrical wiring or devices
what do Class ABC fire extinguishers extinguish?
Multiple purpose dry chemical fire extinguisher that can be used on the fires listed in Class A, B, and C
what three things does a fire need?
fuel supply, oxygen, and heat
what are the four most common types of fire causes in healthcare facilities?
spontaneous combustion
open flames
smoking
electricity
the proper way to carry a heavy object is to _________________________
Hold the object as close to the center of gravity as possible
the study of the human body in motion
kinesiology
Preferred WC transfer method for patients capable of standing and walking with minimal assistance
standby assist
Method of WC transfer used for patients with mobility but who may be weakened or impaired
assisted standing pivot
method of WC transfer required for patients who have limited mobility or cannot bear weight on lower limbs)
two or three person lift
Technique for transfer of patients who are too heavy to lift using other techniques or when there are not enough personnel available to safely transfer the patient
hydraulic lift
Used for lateral transfers of equal height on patients who can minimally assist with the transfer (Stretcher transfer)
draw sheet transfer
Similar to draw sheet technique, but provides increased stability during transfer and is the safer option for most post-operative patients
slide board transfer
Required for lateral transfers of unequal height; three is the minimum number of necessary personnel
three carrier lift transfer
Primarily used to transfer potentially injured persons from the ground onto a spine board for safe transfer to a stretcher
log roll transfer
