The way in which the body moves and maintains balance while making the most efficient use of all its parts.
What is body mechanics?
100
An applied science used to promote the safety and well-being of a person by adapting the environment and using techniques to prevent injuries.
What is ergonomics?
100
Only after you have been instructed to do so.
When should you perform a procedure on a patient?
100
After washing your hands and before handling any electrical equipment.
What is drying your hands thoroughly?
100
Oxygen
Fuel
Heat
What are the 3 things needed to start a fire?
200
Always get help!
What is a patient or object that is too heavy for you to lift alone.
200
Burned-out lightbulbs, frayed electrical cords, scalding water in a sink or bath, missing floor tiles, torn carpet.
What are examples unsafe situations that should be reported?
200
Knocking on a patient's door, asking permission before going around a privacy curtain, and closing the door/curtain.
What is providing privacy for your patient?
200
In it's proper location at all times.
Where are equipment and supplies kept?
200
Used on flammable liquids such as gas, oil, paint, grease, and cooking fat fires. Leaves a powdery, snowlike residue that irritates the skin and eyes and can be dangerous if inhaled.
What is a Class B fire extinguisher?
300
Do this to pick something up off the floor.
What is bend from the hips and knees?
300
Before using any hazardous chemical solutions.
What is read the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)?
300
Explain the procedure, answer any questions, obtain the patient's consent.
What should you do before performing any procedure on a patient?
300
Used to help others identify your position and department you work in.
What is wearing the proper required uniform?
300
Rescue anyone in immediate danger, activate the alarm, contain the fire, extinguish the fire.
What is RACE?
400
Feet are 8-10 inches apart, one foot slightly forward, weight balanced on both feet, toes pointed in the direction of movement.
What is base of support?
400
NEVER!!!
When is it OK to use solutions from unlabeled containers?
400
Check the identification wrist band, ask the patient to state his name, repeat the patient's name at least twice.
What is identifying your patient?
400
Inform your instructor/immediate supervisor. Do NOT try to remove or rub your eye.
What should you do if you get a PARTICLE in your eye?
400
Used on burning or combustible metals.
What is a Class D fire extinguisher?
500
1. Muscles work best when used correctly.
2. Correct use of muscles makes lifting, pulling, and pushing easier.
3. Correct application of body mechanics prevents unnecessary fatigue and strain, and saves energy.
4. Correct application of body mechanics prevents injury to self and others.
What are the 4 main reasons for using good body mechanics?
500
3
How many times should you read the label on a solution bottle before using it?
500
Patient is in comfortable position, side rails are up, bed is in lowest position, bed wheels are locked, call bell and other supplies are within reach, and area is left neat and clean.
What is done before leaving a patient's room?
500
Immediately flush the area with cool water and inform your instructor/immediate supervisor.
What should you do if you get SOLUTION in your eyes?