Environmental Health
what are some common examples of physical hazards in the workplace?
Slippery floors, biohazard spills
What piece of PPE is used the most often in healthcare?
gloves
True or false, nurses are legally required a 30-minute break when working greater than 5 hours?
True
True or false, wearing gloves eliminates the need for hand hygiene?
False
What are some examples of biological hazards?
Blood, bodily fluid, airborne pathogens
What should you do if you suffer a needle stick injury?
Report to your clinical instructor and follow proper guidelines as per public health
Can nurses refuse work?
Yes, when unsafe and puts them at risk
when hands aren’t visibly soiled is it preferred to use hand sanitizer or antibacterial soap?
Hand Sanitizer
What are some examples of chemical hazards?
Cleaning chemicals, medications
What is the purpose of PPE?
Protect patients’ visitors, nurses and doctors from infectious diseases
Which body part is most injured by nurses at work?
Back
When do you perform hand hygiene?
Before and after contact with the patient or anything contaminated
What should you do if you come across any of these hazards during clinical?
Report to the clinical instructor, and follow proper protocol as per the facility
what piece of PPE protects us against airborne particles?
N95 mask
What is the term used to describe a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged or excessive stress?
Burnout
what percentage of alcohol is the minimum in hand sanitizer found in healthcare settings?
60%