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Helps save energy and prevent injury
What is proper body mechanics?
Reporting an error with fear of punishment
What is a culture of safety?
The PCT is concerned about another employee
What is use the facility's chain of command?
Stand with legs shoulder-width apart
What is proper body mechanics when lifting or carrying objects?
The responsibilities that are within the knowledge, training, and legal definition of a profession
What is Scope of practice?
First thing you do when responding to any type of emergency care.
What is call for help?
PASS stands for this
What is Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep?
RACE stands for this
FAST stands for this
What is Face is drooping, Arms are uneven, Speech is slurred, Time is of utmost importance?
PCT get disinfectant on bare skin and find out here how long they need to wash their skin
What is Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for that disinfectant?
Radiation exposure is this type of hazard
What is Physical hazard?
Providing direct, basic care and assisting with daily actives under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse
What is the primary role of a PCT?
Measuring and recording I&O's, ambulation, bathing, personal hygiene, routine 12 lead EKG, repositioning every 2 hours
What is tasks within the PCT's scope of practice?
Keeps patients health information private and secure?
What is HIPAA?
If the patient has this listed on their chart then do NOT perform CPR
What is a DNR (do not resuscitate)?
Preparing nurses with knowledge, skills, and attitudes for improving health care quality and safety
What is the primary focus of the Quality and Safety for Nurses (QSEN)?
A group of healthcare workers that responds to emergencies with the hospital.
What is the code team?
A patient safety event that results in unexpected death or severe harm.
What is the situation to report to The Joint Commission?
Adhering to national organizations guideline for ethical and safe practice
What is professional Standards in healthcare?
The way the parts of the body work together when a person moves. When used properly can help save energy and prevent injury.
What is body mechanics?
Collaborative learning and teamwork among healthcare professionals
What is Interprofessional education (IPE)?
One of the Joint Commission's National Patient Safety Goals
What is to prevent infection?
Organization dedicated to advancing health care quality and safety by providing education, resources, and professional support?
What is the National Association for Healthcare Quality (NAHQ)
To accredit facilities based on safety standards
What is the primary purpose of The Joint Comission?
Responsible for overseeing Medicare and Medicaid programs and other federal healthcare initiatives
What is Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)?