The way in which the body moves and maintains balance while making the most efficient use of all its parts
What is body mechanics?
100
Information sheets that must be provided by the manufacturer for all hazardous products
What is Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)?
100
Before operating any major piece of equipment
What is reading and following the operating instructions?
100
Not performing any procedure on patients unless you have been instructed to do so
What is proper authorization?
100
Should be washed before and after any procedure, and any time they become contaminated during a procedure
What is washing hands frequently?
200
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
What is broad base of support?
200
A divison of the Department of Labor that establishes and enforces safety standards for the workplace
What is Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?
200
When handling equipment
What is observing all safety precautions that have been taught?
200
Knocking on the door before entering any room or asking for permission to enter before going behind closed privacy curtains
What is providing privacy for patients?
200
In situations that might result in possible eye injury
What is wearing safety glasses?
300
To prevent injury to yourself and others while working in the health field
What is observing good body mechanics?
300
An applied science used to promote the safety and well-being of a person by adapting the environment and using techniques to prevent injuries
What is ergonomics?
300
You are finished with the equipement you are using
What is storing all equipment in its proper place?
300
Checking the identification wristband or checking the name on the patient's record
What is identifying your patient?
300
Do not try to remove or rub your eye
What is a particle in the eye?
400
The larger and stronger muscles
What is shoulders, upper arms, hips, and thighs?
400
Mandates to protect health care providers from diseases caused by exposure to body fluids
What is Bloodborne Pathogen Standard?
400
The third prong for grounding has been broken off
What is not using damaged electrical cords?
400
Answer any questions and make sure you have the patient's consent before performing any procedure
What is explaining the procedure?
400
Immediately flush the area with cool water
What is solutions in the eye or on the skin?
500
Muscles work best when used correctly, makes lifting, pulling, and pushing easier, prevents unnecessary fatigue and strain, and saves energy and prevents injury to self and others
What is the four main reasons for using good body mechanics?
500
Requires that all employers inform employees of all chemicals and hazards in the workplace
What is Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Standard?
500
You have equipment that isn't working properly
What is reporting any damaged or malfunctioning equipment?
500
Make sure the patient is in a comfortable position, check the bed to be sure the side rails are elevated, place the call signal and other supplies within easy reach, open the privacy curtains if they were closed, leave the area neat and clean and make sure no safety hazards are present
What is before leaving a patient/resident in a bed?
500
This is what you should do if you splash solution in your eyes