Fire Safety
Why should the nursing assistant not open a window for ventilation?
The oxygen will feed the fire.
A primary exit is the closest exit.
True - primary exits are the ideal exit in an emergency situation
What does SDS stand for?
Safety Data Sheets
Foods left at room temperature are likely to develop ____ _____.
bacterial growth
Fire alarm has went off, as you are in the patient's room providing perineal care. What should you do before opening the patient's door?
During evacuation, feel doors before opening them. If the door is hot, do not open it.
A secondary exit is usually further away than the primary exit.
True - secondary exits should only be used if the primary exit is blocked by smoke or fire.
Who requires employers to ensure employees are made aware of all hazardous chemicals in the workplace?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Keep raw meat and ready-to-eat foods _______.
Where should you point the nozzle of a fire extinguisher when you are putting out a fire?
The base of the fire.
If it is necessary to exit through smoke, run as quickly as you can holding your nose to get to your exit.
False - if you see smoke or fire on your escape route, try a secondary route. If it is necessary to exit through smoke, stay low to the floor and crawl to your exit.
What should you do if a chemical touches your hand?
If the chemical spills or comes in contact with skin, healthcare workers should consult the SDS before attempting to clean it up.
_____ ___ is an infection caused by consuming fresh-cut produce which contains fecal contamination.
Hepatitis A
How can you confine a fire to an area?
Close doors and windows.
There are four basic types of fire extinguishers.
False - the five basic types of fire extinguishers are A, B, C, D, and ABC.
What information is found in SDS? List one example.
Product identification, physical and chemical characteristics of the hazardous chemicals, potential physical hazards, and potential health hazards.
_____ is caused by ingestion of contaminated food and water, such as water in public swimming pools.
Rotavirus
State the full meaning of the acronym "R.A.C.E".
Type ABC is made of a chemical compound and can be used on any A, B, or D fire.
False - type ABC is made of a chemical compound and can be used on any A, B, or C fire.
What does P.A.S.S acroynm stands for?
P - Pull the pin.
A - Aim at the base of the fire.
S - Squeeze the handle.
S - Sweep the nozzle from side to side.
Foodborne illness is hard to diagnose because the symptoms resemble the ___.
Flu