General Safety
An event that should not happen in a facility
What is a Never event?
Needle sticks and exposure to blood can expose staff to these
What are bloodborne pathogens?
Patients at risk for fall wear this color band
What is yellow?
A check performed when entering or leaving a residents room to prevent accidents
What is safety check?
Routine activities performed to prevent accidents
What are always events?
Improper disposal of needles can result in this.
What is a needlestick?
A person who has poor ______ is more at risk for falling
What is balance?
Keeping these tucked away can prevent falls
What are cords/wires?
Something that was noticed in time to avoid an accident
What is a near miss?
Improper lifting or moving of patients can result in this.
What is back injury (or musculoskeletal disorder?
To prevent falls residents should wear this on their feet
What is proper footwear (grippy socks)?
Keep this item in reach of the resident to help them call for assistance
What is the call button?
All team members making safety a priority
What is a culture of safety?
When lifting/moving patients it is best to have this many workers?
What is 2?
Residents who are at risk for falls should use this to hold on to while walking
What are handrails?
This soft restraint may be used to help remind a patient to call for assistance when standing
What is a lap belt?
One way to avoid needle sticks
What is proper disposal of needles?
When working it is important to never lift objects/patients that are
What is too heavy?
A device used to help patients stand up and provide balance assistance
What is a gait belt?
If an accident occurs report it to this staff member
Who is the charge nurse?