Fire
T/F: Only the charge nurse can call a CODE RED
False- anyone can call code red on the intercom and SHOULD.
What COLOR are the outlets that will work during a power outage?
RED
What should you move residents away from in the event of an earthquake?
Windows
T/F: If a staff member sees a cognitively impaired resident leaving they should wave and let them go
False-they should attempt to prevent the departure
These signs help staff identify evacuation routes and exits
Exit signs
What are the first TWO things you do if YOU discover a fire?
Evacuate the resident from the fire area then immediately pull the fire alarm box.
What equipment should be prioritized for emergency power?
Oxygen, air beds, wound vacs
This plan tells you what to do during emergencies
Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPP)
How many locked doors should be between memory care residents and external unit?
Two
Before an emergency happens staff should know these locations where residents may be moved
Evacuation areas
What is the order of residents if you need to evacuate them?
Walking, wheelchair, bed bound
If we lose internet, how do you access PCC MAR/TAR?
WIFI device in copy room OR on all LN station computers under "Files"
FALSE- No one can go outside
Name 3 resident behaviors that could predict a risk for elopement
wandering, going into other resident rooms, opening doors, exit seeking, making statements of wanting to leave
Staff should never block these with carts equipment, boxes, or furniture.
Exit routes and emergency exits
Where do you point the fire extinguisher?
Base of the fire
Where is the emergency supply for extension cords and flashlights located?
Where is the emergency water supply for the facility?
A transportation company took a resident to an appointment. It's long past their estimated return time, what should you do?
Call the transportation company or MD office
After residents are relocated, staff need to make sure everyone is what?
Accounted for
What does RACER stand for?
Rescue, Alarm, Confine, Extinguish, Relocate
If power goes out and the generator does not automatically kick on, where can you find instructions on turning the generator on?
EPP binder under GENERATOR
Where is the Emergency Preparedness Manual located?
Nurses station
When a resident returns to the facility the nurse should examine the resident for what?
Injuries
In the priority of resident evacuations these residents are evacuated last
Bed bound residents