Infection Prevention
Who is in charge of infection prevention at AMH?
Everyone, Melissa Lewis oversees the program, but it's everyone's responsibility.
No more than 32 gallons of combustible materials
The amount that can be stored within 64 sq feet
Greater than 500 psi
What is a full oxygen tank
The date required on all mulituse vials
BUD or beyond use date
This type of precaution should be used with every patient
Universal
Something is often stained or soiled, but overlooked in the hospital
Ceiling tiles
18 inches
What is the required distance from a sprinkler head for storage
What is an empty oxygen tank
This is done prior to administration of every medication
RED RULE, patient identification
Code Purple
What is paged overhead for a rapid response
Sticky substance often found on medical eqiupment that can contain germs
Tape Residue
No items can be stored here
What is under a sink or on the floor
The tag on every piece of medical equipment that is checked in for safety and function upon purchase and at different intervals
PM-preventative maintainence
This is considered a medication and must be stored within visability of team members
Oxygen
T/F suicidal patients who are found to be at high/severe risk of suicide must be observed every 30 minutes
False, continous 1:1 observation
Bleach wipes
Can only be used in certain areas, must be medical grade, must be secured and checked by plant engineering prior to use
What are RPTs
This department is in charge of shutting down the oxygen system at the instruction of the Fire Marshall or AOC
Cardio-Pulmonary
T/F At AMH pill cutters can be used for multiple patients
False
T/F you family member is in the ED and you want to check on them, it's okay to pull up their medical record and see how they are doing.
False-HIPAA violation