Safety
Thermal burn
what is the difference between deconditioned and disuse syndrome?
deconditioned is a loss of physical fitness and disuse syndrome is the effect of inactivity.
If walking with a patient and they start to feel dizzy, this is the nurse's best action.
What is lower the patient to the floor.
Chemical, physical and behavioral
What are different kinds of restraints?
Type of patient movement used for a patient with suspected neck injury.
What is logrolling?
Picking up scatter rugs or tacking them down, put in grab bars, have an fire alarm, use of a night light, removal of extension cords
What are home safety considerations?
what does RACE and PASS stand for?
RACE- Rescue,Alarm,Contain,Extinguish
PASS-Pull,Aim,Squeeze,Sweep
what systems does the body rely on for mobility?
Bones, Joints, Muscles
what type of crutches are used for patients that cannot bear weight on their hands or wrists?
platform crutches
Document what less-restrictive interventions that were attempted first.
What is the interventions and documentation needed before placing a pt. in restraints.
pulling out needed medical devices, a danger to themselves or others are examples of...
what are reasons to place a patient in restraints?
Position used to promote venous return back to the brain
What is Trendelenburg?
Potty, Pain Assessment, Placements, Positioning and
Pumps
What are considerations that can increase a client's fall risk
what maintains the highest level of regular physical activity possible along with optimal nutrition keeping an ideal body weight and getting adequate rest?
primary prevention
The three aids to help with ambulation are
cane, walker, crutches
First step when finding a patient on the floor.
What is assess for injuries?
•Identification: for the product and supplier.
•Hazards: physical (fire and reactivity) and health.
•Prevention: steps you can take to work safely, reduce or prevent exposure, or in an emergency.
•Response: appropriate responses in various situations (e.g., first-aid, fire, accidental release).
What is information included in safety data sheets?
What are proper body mechanics to decrease injuries to healthcare workers?
Position used for administering rectal medication
What is Modified left lateral recumbent position?
What are the six body systems that are affected by mobility?
Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Musculoskeletal, Integument, Gastrointestinal, Urinary
First action to take when transferring a patient from the bed to a wheelchair.
What is lock the wheels?
Type of knot used for wrist restraints.
What is a slip knot?
Supporting above and below the joint is...
What is the proper way to do PROM?
Advancing the weaker leg first
what is a risk to the client’s safety who is using a three-point gait?
Position used for respiratory diseases
What is prone?
Club foot, developmental dysplasia of the hip, metatarsus adductus, spina bifida syndactyly are considered what type of impaired mobility?
congenital defects
Main goal for patients using an assistive device (walker, cane, crutches)
What is keeping the patient safe and injury free?
What are the factors for maintaining high level functional ability
well balanced nutrition, physical activity, routine health check ups, stress management, regular meaningful activity, avoiding tobacco and addictive substances
Check restraints at least every 2 hours, offer fluids/foods at least every 2 hours, implement PROM exercises, educate patient and client why restraints are being used.
What are interventions for a patient who is in restraints?
The client should lift the walker and advance it about 15 cm (6 in), then set it down. This allows the client a wide base of support while she moves forward.
What is walker safety and education?