Environmental
A code RED has been called. You are advised to perform RACE. What does that stand for?
What is R-Rescue A-Alarm C-Confine E-Extinguish/Evacuate
Patient hand-off is given via this method
What is SBAR (S-situation, B-Background, A-Assessment, R-Recommendations)
The BEST way to reduce healthcare associated infections
What is hand washing
This scale is used to assess pain in patients 2 months to 3 years or cognitively impaired patients and those unable to use other scales.
What is FLACC or wong-baker faces
What is the CTR (code of tribal regulations) which is on mynation.
Someone has accidentally spilled a chemical in your work area! But not to worry, you can get information on how the spill should be handled by looking at this resource
What is ChemWatch.
The 2 verifiers used for patient identification
What is Name and DOB
Gown, mask, shoe covers, eye shield, gloves
What is PPE (personal protective equipment)
This is done by the provider prior to the procedure to inform the patient of the risks, benefits, alternatives, etc..
What is Informed Consent
What is MIDAS
This is the wet kill time when using the purple top disinfectant
What is 2 minutes
An occurrence that results in serious patient harm that often results in loss of limb or life.
What is a Sentinel Event
Who is responsible for preventing the spread of infection?
What is YOU/everyone!
Critical results are reported to the provider within what time frame?
What does NPSG stand for and what is it's purpose?
What is national patient safety goals; to improve patient safety
The code for Utility Failure
This should be performed prior to any invasive procedure
What is Time Out
As soon as possible (or within 72 hours)
Preklenz is effective up to 72 hours
CNDH FMEA
High level disinfection and sterilization
What is 3 feet.
Vital sign machines, furniture, gourneys, wheel chairs left in hallways greater than 30 minutes
What is clutter
Includes a pre procedure verification process, site markings, and time out
What is Universal Protocol
A multiuse vial (exception: vaccines and allergy injections) must be disposed of after how many days? You should also label with this date.
What is 28 days
Negative Pressure room; N95 respirator
Airborne Precautions
Identify one area you should NOT store items.
What is under the sink, less than 18 inches from the ceiling, or on the floor