Ch. 14 Promotional of Safety - Key TERMS
Body Mechanics
Body mechanics refers to the way in which the body moves and maintains balance while making the most efficient use of all its parts
Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
The Bloodborne Pathogen Standard has mandates to protect health care providers from diseases caused by exposure to body fluids
Class C:
used for electrical fires such as fuse boxes, wiring, electrical outlets, and appliances.
Heat:
sparks, matches, or flames.
What does Sylvia do that addresses patient safety?
Sylvia addresses patient safety by cross-checking the insulin dose with another nurse to ensure accuracy. She also assists Andre to the bathroom to prevent him from falling while trying to move around the power cord. Additionally, she follows infection control protocols by removing her gloves and washing her hands after assisting him, and she ensures the needle is disposed of properly in a sharps container to prevent accidental needle sticks.
Base of support
A broad base of support is maintained by keeping the feet 8–10 inches apart, placing one foot slightly forward, balancing weight on both feet, and pointing the toes in the direction of movement.
Environmental safety
Environmental safety involves providing a safe environment for the patient and the health care worker by eliminating hazards and maintaining equipment.
Class D:
used for burning or combustible metals such as magnesium, titanium, and sodium.
R
Rescue: Rescue anyone in immediate danger.
How does she make sure that Andre’s environment is safe and equipment is correctly maintained?
She makes the environment safe by tucking the power cord safely under the bed so it is no longer a tripping hazard. She also maintains the safety of the bedside equipment by clipping the call light to the bed's siderail, ensuring that the patient has a functional way to call for help if needed.
OSHA
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a division of the Department of Labor that establishes and enforces safety standards for the workplace.
Radiation exposure
Radiation exposure refers to exposure to radiation from sources such as X-rays or radioactive materials
Class K:
used for commercial cooking fires such as vegetable oils, animal oils, and fats in deep-fat fryers
A
Alarm: Activate the alarm
Safety Data Sheet
Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) contain 16 standard sections that make it easy to locate and understand information about how to properly and safely handle hazardous chemicals.
Class A:
used for fires of ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, cloth, and plastics.
Oxygen
present in the air.
C
Contain: Contain the fire
Safety Standard
Safety standards are a set of rules designed to protect both the patient and the health care worker.
Class B:
used for fires of flammable liquids and gases such as paint, gasoline, oil, and grease.
Fuel
any material that will burn.
E
Extinguish or Evacuate: Extinguish the fire or evacuate the area