Isolation/ Infection
Contact time for Germidal Wipe- PDI Sani Cloth Prime (Pink top)
How to unlock patient bathroom doors?
A coin, a “key” or anything that can fit into the slot will allow the door to be unlocked from the outside.
What does PASS stand for?
Pull
Aim
Squeeze
Sweep
How to identify a patient correctly?
Name
MRN &/or DOB
How to clean glucose meter?
Germicidal Disposable Wipes (pink/ gray top)
or
Bleach Germicidal Wipe
*Bedside Blood Glucose Monitoring Utilizing the Nova StatStrip Meter v.2 (policytech.com)
Approved time for wheelchairs, beds, equipment in hallway?
30 minutes
What number do you call for a fire?
195
Remember RACE
Rescue/ Remove, Alarm, Confine, Evacuate
Know where our fire alarms & extinguishers are!
See dust/ dust balls, what do you do?
Clean it! The tracer last year indicated that we had a lot of dust! Be a team player and help out when possible! Thank you!
Curtain change
quarterly
visibly soiled
*CC.G.42
Splash Zone requirements?
Avoid placing items within 6 inches of water source
How often can you use a multi dose vial?
Discard after each patient use (Nitro)
What is code silver?
Active Shooter/ Armed Violence
Dial 911
Run
Hide
Fight (last resort)
Transport of soiled endoscopes
to FERC within 60 minutes to avoid extended soaking process.
*CC.G.16
How long to flush eyes for?
While holding the eyes in the open position, allow the water to flush the eyes for a minimum of 15 minutes. Roll the eyeballs so the flushing fluid will flow on all surfaces of the eye and under the eyelid
FS.P.13
Who can shut off oxygen valves?
Respiratory staff
OR
Safety & Security
Max Linen Warmer Temperature?
No greater than 130 degrees F
Modified airborne & contact precautions?
hand hygiene, gown, N95 respirator, eye protector & gloves
keep door closed
Positive Pressure room not required
*Quality Improvement Program - Isolation Signs and Definitions (uiowa.edu)
Where is our Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) kept?
What age does the fall risk screening question pertain to?
5 and older
How do you know if the patient understands discharge instructions?
Teach back method