SBAR is short for....
Situation
Background
Assessment
Recommendation
The following personal protective equipment is required in the decontamination area....
Gown
Gloves
Goggles
Mask
Endoscopy is located in fire zone....
G-(Gastro)
Cylinders (EX: Oxygen, Co2) should always be contained in a _________.
Holster/Secure location.
These should never be carried in arms for transport, a fall could cause an explosion.
Where is the endoscopy code cart located?
Center of the main hall way in Endo
An example of phonetic/numeric clarification includes:
D -Delta
Two: Spelled T-W-O
If a scope fails the initial leak test, name two ways you might trouble shoot it.
If it has a cap, try a new one.
Try the other leak tester.
Anytime there is combustible gas, oxygen, or an APC being utilized, there is a risk for....
FIRE
Where is the Minnesota tube located?
In the cabinet at the Endo desk.
There are two malignant hyperthermia carts on this floor; where are they located?
1). PACU Central Hub
2). Sterile Core in the OR
List two error prevention tools that are utilized in this hospital:
STAR
200% accountability
How much detergent should be used when the sink is at the fill line?
90 mL
Prior to using the ladder, what are two things you should assess:
Assess for any spills/clutter
When a patient is under monitored anesthesia care, what are two things you can do to promote a calming environment?
1). Turn the music off.
2). Decrease all un-neccesary stimuli.
3). Dim the lights.
Where are the endobronchial blocker sets located:
Bottom Drawer of the Bronchoscopy Cart
Star stands for....
Stop
Think
A______
R____
When performing the daily quality control checks on the veriscan leak tester, pink crystals indicate.....
Time to contact bio-med and request to have these changed.
Name three safety warnings that are listed on the Neptune suction:
1). Do not connect to chest tubes.
2). Do not connect to tracheal tubes.
3). Do not connect to closed wound drains.
**This high power suction is not used to suction oral secretions.**
Everything on the procedure field should be:
Labeled Entirely
(Ex: Medication name, strength, mixture, date/time/initials of who prepared it).This includes sterile water and normal saline.
1). Nurse: When should all three manual code cart checks be performed?
2). Tech: How often are the Neptunes taken down for quick vs. extended wash?
1). Weekly
2). Quick wash daily. Extended wash on the weekend.
Where is the bleed box located?
Procedure room 2.
Anytime something is dropped on the floor....
If single use, it must be discarded.
If multi-use, it must be fully re-processed.
1). Nurse: An NG tube is placed post-procedure, what information must be handed off to the nurse assuming care for the patient?
2). Tech: If the electrosurgical unit is not in use it should be....
1). Nurse: Placement must be confirmed via imaging. Document in EPIC LDA/Avatar screen. Assess with nurse at handoff. If an NG is placed incorrectly, it could kill the patient.
2). Tech: Disconnected to prevent possible fire.
The cinch kits are used for:
Case Setup
1). Labeled
2). Two