Fall Prevention
What should patients wear when they are a fall risk?
Fall risk bracelet
What is used to catch urine that is a safer alternative to a foley catheter?
External catheter/purewick
These are used to clean the area around PICC/Central Lines
CHG wipes
How often should patients be repositioned to prevent pressure injuries?
Every 2 hours.
What set up should be in each patient's room before admission?
Suction set up
What device needs to be set up on the wall before it works?
Chair alarm set up.
Where does the foley bag go?
Below the level of the bladder
What should the PCA do if they notice a central line dressing is falling off/is not adhered to the skin?
Let the nurse know
What can be done to avoid moisture related skin injuries?
Barrier cream application
What is the difference between contact and contact plus precautions?
Contact requires a gown and hand sanitizer. Contact plus requires a gown and washing hands with soap and water after contact
What should be within easy reach of the patient at all times?
Call light
What can NOT be used to clean a foley catheter?
Grey/shield barrier wipes
Which warmer can store CHG wipes?
ONLY the warmer that is reserved for CHG wipes- NOT the one that stores blue & grey wipes
What should be done if you notice skin irritation on the patient?
Tell the nurse for further instructions
What type of patient needs the doors open and pads on the bed at all times?
LTM/seizure precautions
How do you know visually the bed alarm is working?
The green light should appear on the bottom of the bed
What can be used to clean foley tubing but NOT the meatus?
CHG Wipes
What should be done if a patient wants to go to the bathroom if they are connected to an IV?
Ask the RN if it is possible for them to be disconnected or if they need to walk with the pole.
What can be used in addition to barrier cream to prevent moisture associated skin damage/friction injury?
Grey/barrier shield wipes
How do you call a rapid response?
call 26555
What do you do when the patient is refusing to keep the door open to the bathroom when they are in there?
Do not leave the patient, alert the nurse
What should be used in addition to blue wipes every time the meatus / foley catheters are cleaned?
Sure Step wipes
What should not be used to bathe patients when they have a central line?
Due to risk of infection from water- it is discouraged to bathe patients with soap & water
What can be used to offload pressure off of the heels?
Prevalon boots
What is the name of the precaution where the patient cannot blow their nose or use straws?
Sinus precautions