Category 1
When assessing your patient's growth, it would be important to measure what?
The patient's height and weight
What is a nosocomial infection?
What is the proper action to take if blood is splashed on a countertop during a procedure on a patient?
Clean the spill as soon as possible with a disinfectant
What is the principal purpose of a fever?
Higher temperatures damage pathogens
True / False
A patient with a sore throat would be evaluated and treated first before a suspected broken arm.
False
What disease is the healthcare worker at greatest risk of contracting?
Hepatitis B
When lifting objects off the floor,f it is safest to use muscles in the ______?
legs
What is the correct way to handle a needle after it is used to give a vitamin injection to a healthy patient?
Place it immediately in a puncture-resistant container
What is the difference between medical and surgical asepsis?
Medical asepsis decreases pathogens; surgical asepsis eliminates pathogens
What is the BEST source of information in which to find the precautions that should be taken when handling substances on your unit that contain chemicals?
Safety Data Sheet
Your patient is undergoing chemo and has a weakened immune system. What type of precaution should be ordered for this type of patient?
Neutropenic precautions (reverse isolation)
Define Body Mechanics
Correct positioning of the body for a given task
Which RMI condition has the symptoms of tingling, numbness and pain in the wrist and hand and results in an inability to make a fist?
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Why are diseases caused by viruses often very difficult to treat?
They cannot be destroyed by antibiotics
What practice effectively destroys ALL microorganisms?
Sterilization
Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in food that can contribute to what?
Clogging of the arteries
When should health care workers who are in direct contact with patients follow Standard Precautions?
At all time when there is possible exposure to blood or body fluids
What is the BEST way to prevent repetitive motion injuries (RMI's)?
Avoid overusing any one part of the body
Why are electrical fires especially hazardous?
There is the danger of electrocution
What does the A in R.A.C.E stand for?
Activate the alarm
Which of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, includes the most the most basic needs of survival?
Physiological
When using a fire extinguisher, at which part of the fire should the nozzle be aimed?
The base of the flames
When lifting heavy objects, what is the best way to position your feet?
6-8 inches apart
True or false:
The fire triangle includes smoke
False
What is the term for microorganisms that caused damage by nourishing themselves at the expense of other living things?
Parasites