Fire, Fire, Fire
What does PASS stand for in relation to operating a fire extinguisher
Pull , Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
(remember to stand 5 feet away from the fire)
There are 9 principles of cleaning -- identify at least 3 principles
Clear away clutter ;Work from higher to lower; Work from far to near ;Work from dry to wet; Work from cleanest to dirtiest; Change water and cloths frequently; Use a damp cloth for dusting; Rinse and dry washed surfaces; Avoid soiling a clean area
This vitamin builds up our immunity to preventing infections and helps with would healing. Oranges, strawberries are a good food source to name a couple
Vitamin C
(major functions include formation of substances that hold tissues together, healthy blood vessels, skin, gums, bones & teeth; wound healing; prevention of bleeding; resistance to infection)
They do not consume any animal products or animal by-products.
Vegans
This tube is inserted through the nose to the stomach but this tube was surgically opened and inserted into the stomach
Nasogastric tube(NG) inserted through nose to the stomach
Gastrostomy (G tube)surgical opening to the stomach
Name at least 2 major causes of fire in a private home
Overloaded electrical plugs, smoking, grease from frying, damaged electrical cords, flammable material
Need to do this when clothing items are soiled with bodily fluids (like blood) and fecal matter
Bodily-fluid, fecal soiled items should be soaked in cold water, followed by warm water soak, rinse, soak again and wash using chlorine bleach and detergent, dry as usual
This mineral keeps our bones strong so drink lots of milk
Calcium
(other food sources; leafy green, dairy products, egg yolk, beans etc)
They don't eat meat/poultry but will eat dairy and egg products
Lacto-ovo vegetarians
I fell and twisted my foot what should I put on it
Cold application immediately after an injury -helps with swelling, pain, bruising
(heat applications help to increase circulation to area of pain, helps with cramps etc)
In case of fire in a facility what does the acronym RACE stand for
Rescue, Alarm, Confine, Extinguish or Evacuate
When sorting laundry name 2 things that should be done
-- when you are sorting laundry sort it by colour & fabric instructions-colours/white, separate by fabric type garments that require special care, close zippers, check pockets for items
Eat your banana & avocados, this mineral helps with heart function
Potassium
This diet may help with vomiting & diarrhea as foods are soft, not spicy and low in fibre
Bland diet
(The bland diet doesn’t supply all of the nutrition your body requires in the long term. Doctor will advise on how long to stay on a bland diet & when to reintroduce different foods)
Doctor ordered Amoxil 500mg tid. Medication comes in 250mg/tab. How many tablets are taken per dose
2 tablets per dose
Different fire extinguishers are used for different types of fires. What fires do the following extinguishers work on: A , B, C
A-ash, wood, paper (ordinary combustibles)
B- boil flammable liquids: Grease, gasoline
C- current/electrical fires --wiring, appliances
When hanging laundry on a close line to dry--name 2 strategies on how to hang clothes/items on a close line
Check with client first about using clothes pins— Pants and shorts are easier to pin from the bottom with the waist hanging towards the ground. Shirts should be buttoned and hung from the bottom. Dark-colored clothes should be turned inside out to prevent fading. Blankets and sheets should be folded in half over the line and pinned to prevent dragging
I ate lots of squash, corn, pumpkin so my vision is great--let's play catch.
Which vitamin helps with vision
Vitamin A
A client that has trouble swallowing or has a tube feeding is at risk for aspiration. What should be done to prevent aspiration
Don't buy these if assigned to do grocery shopping as sterility is not maintained and microbes may have entered
dented cans
Upon discovery of fire--what does the acronym REACT stand for
Remove persons from immediate danger; Ensure doors and windows are closed : Activate the building alarm ; Call the fire department, Try to extinguish the fire or concentrate on further evacuation
When cleaning a client's home need to keep the following in mind when using cleaning products safely- name at least 3 items
1.Wear gloves -- utility gloves not the disposable ones; 2. Read labels carefully; 3.Never mix cleaning products, use only as directed on label (bleach & ammonia—toxic gas); 4..Keep products away from food; 5. .Keep products away from children, older adults with potential confusion –want to maintain safety; 6. Keep aerosol cans away from heat –the whmis symbol explosion
Luckily I don't bleed for long when I get a cut. I eat kale, swiss chard, collard greens. These foods are rich in this vitamin
Vitamin K
I can have apple juice, milkshakes, yogurt and pudding but no hamburgers just yet. What kind of diet is this
Full liquid diet
(no chewing)
You are caring for a 72-year-old patient with a history of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The patient has been prescribed magnesium hydroxide/aluminum hydroxide (Maalox) 30 mL PO to alleviate symptoms. However, the patient does not have any calibrated medication measuring devices at home. How will you instruct the patient to measure the dose using ordinary household measuring devices?
2 tablespoons = 30ml