Body Mechanics
How many inches is considered a broad base of support?
What is 8-10 inches
How many times should you read the labels on solution bottles to be sure you have the correct solution?
What is three times?
Before you enter a patient’s room to provide care, you must do these three actions to ensure privacy and proper identification.
What are knock, identify yourself, and ask permission to enter and then close the door or curtain?
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment
What three things must be present for a fire?
Besides shoulders, upper arms, and hips, what other muscle is considered a strong muscle in your body you should use while performing body mechanics?
What is the thigh?
Besides checking if a electrical cord is frayed, what else much you check on an electrical cord that is not broke off before using?
What is grounding prong?
You must check three pieces of information to identify a patient before giving care. Name them.
What are the ID band, the patient’s name, and the patient’s birthdate?
Name one PPE.
What is gloves, mask, gown, goggles?
What type fire extringuisher is used on electrical fires, such as fuse boxes, appliances, wiring, and electrical outlets
What is Type C?
While using body mechanics, bend from the hips and _________ to get close to an object.
What are knees?
_________ should be read before using any hazardous chemical solutions.
What is SDS?
If a patient refuses a procedure after you explain it, you must not proceed. What two steps should you take next?
What are respect the patient’s refusal and report it to your supervisor/instructor?
Describe two personal hygiene practices listed that reduce infection risk.
What is wash hands frequently and keep hands away from face, mouth, eyes, and hair?
What does the "A" RACE stand for in a healthcare fire response?
What is Activate (alarm/call)?
_______ prevents injuries by including training in required muscle movements, correct placement of furniture and equipment, an awareness of the environment to prevent injuries, and an awareness not to make repetitive movements.
What is ergonomics?
______ establishes and enforces safety standards in the workplace.
What is OSHA?
Before leaving a patient’s bedside, list four safety checkpoints you should confirm.
What are side rails up, bed in low position, wheels locked, and call bell/phone/water (or other supplies) within reach?
Explain the recommended actions if you find something in your eye at work.
What is immediately flush the eye with cool water, do not rub or try to remove the particle, and report the injury?
Name one way to contain a fire.
What is close windows/doors to prevent drafts, shut off oxygen & electrical equipment
Which part of broad base of support is missing? keep feet 8-10 inches apart, placing one foot slightly forward, ___________________, and pointing the toes in the direction of movement
What is balance weight on both feet?
__________ mandates to protect health care providers from diseases caused by exposure to body fluids.
What is bloodborne pathogen standards?
While caring for a patient, you notice a sudden change in their condition. According to the rules, what should you do immediately and why?
What are report the change immediately to the appropriate staff because prompt reporting ensures timely assessment and prevents harm?
How should you respond if someone calls for help in the hallway, according to personal safety rules?
What is stop to assess the situation, provide help if safe, or call for appropriate personnel; do not run—walk and watch intersections; follow facility protocol.
What does the acronym PASS stand for when using a fire extinguisher?
Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep.