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one condition that can cause lack of sensation is?
diabetes
when should an na identify a resident?
before helping feed
what position should residents be place in to eat?
upright
what info does a sds contain?
er actions
where should you bend at to pick up a box
waist
what is true about working with oxygen? what should not be allowed around oxygen?
open flames/ smoking
example of physically restrianing a resident?
telling them stay in bed, telling roomate to press call light, leaving door open, putting both side rails up on the bed
rails up
do people respond better to restraints or restraint alternatives?
alternatives
which term applies to body mechanics
gravity effect, outline, pulley, fulcrum and lever
fulc and lev
why does working with oxygen require special safety precautions
fire hazard
exposure to pathogens on the job is what type of workplkace hazard?
biological
serious problem associated with restraint use?
pressure injuries
when helping a resident stand, sit up, or walk how should the na stand?
shoulder width, knees bent
define race
remove, activate,contain, extinguish
define pass
pull aim squeeze sweep
long work hours and possible workplace violence is what type of workplace hazard?
psychosocial
when can restraints be applied
doctors order
if a restraint is applied what must an na do?
check on resident every 15 min
what can using proper body mechanic do to energy and injury
save energy and prevent injury
what is helpful in preventing falls
clear walkways of clutter