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When evacuating patients, which type of patient should be moved first?
When evacuating patients, which type of patient should be moved first?
A lateral/horizontal evacuation requires the removal of everyone threatened by fire to a safe area on the same floor.
A lateral/horizontal evacuation requires the removal of everyone threatened by fire to a safe area on the same floor.
True
It is important to keep the smoke/fire doors open during a fire event so others can easily evacuate.
It is important to keep the smoke/fire doors open during a fire event so others can easily evacuate.
False
If you need to evacuate non-ambulatory patients vertically, you should use the elevators if they are available.
If you need to evacuate non-ambulatory patients vertically, you should use the elevators if they are available.
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Sprinkler systems activate independently and are set off by what?
Sprinkler systems activate independently and are set off by what?
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What does BJC do when construction or maintenance projects affect fire safety measures?
What does BJC do when construction or maintenance projects affect fire safety measures?
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Which of the following is the first step to perform when you discover a fire?
Which of the following is the first step to perform when you discover a fire?
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After all the patients have been moved and the evacuation is complete, make sure you do the following?
After all the patients have been moved and the evacuation is complete, make sure you do the following?
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When using a fire extinguisher, what is the first step?
When using a fire extinguisher, what is the first step?
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BJC hospitals are compartmentally designed. The goal of this design is to?
BJC hospitals are compartmentally designed. The goal of this design is to?
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If I'm only changing my gloves, I do not need to wash my hands.
If I'm only changing my gloves, I do not need to wash my hands.
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What are the most common breaches in proper hand hygiene technique?
What are the most common breaches in proper hand hygiene technique?
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Change gloves and perform hand hygiene during patient care if?
Change gloves and perform hand hygiene during patient care if?
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Artificial nails can be worn if they are maintained regularly.
Artificial nails can be worn if they are maintained regularly.
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Click on the 5 Moments of Hand Hygiene:
Click on the 5 Moments of Hand Hygiene:
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Which method of hand hygiene should be used when hands are visibly soiled?
Which method of hand hygiene should be used when hands are visibly soiled?
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If non-compliance is detected, it is investigated immediately and promptly corrected. Is this statement true or false?
If non-compliance is detected, it is investigated immediately and promptly corrected. Is this statement true or false?
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Study Notes
Fire Safety Measures
- Evacuate ambulatory patients first during an emergency.
- Lateral (horizontal) evacuation involves moving everyone affected by fire to a safe area on the same floor.
- Smoke/fire doors should remain closed during a fire to prevent smoke and flames from spreading.
- Use elevators for non-ambulatory patients if available during a vertical evacuation.
- Sprinkler systems activate automatically when detecting heat, aiding in fire control.
- BJC implements interim life safety measures at construction sites to maintain safety standards.
Fire Response Protocol
- The immediate action upon discovering a fire is to remove or rescue anyone in danger.
- Ensuring all patients are evacuated and confirming completion of the evacuation is crucial.
- The first step in using a fire extinguisher is to pull the pin to enable use.
- BJC hospitals are built with a compartmental design to protect patients in place and contain fires effectively.
Hand Hygiene Compliance
- Washing hands is necessary even if only changing gloves.
- Common breaches in hand hygiene include missing fingertips and inadequate lathering with soap.
- Change gloves and perform hand hygiene when transitioning from soiled to clean body sites, if gloves are visibly soiled, or if gloves are damaged.
- Artificial nails are not permitted, even if maintained regularly, due to hygiene concerns.
Hand Hygiene Guidelines
- The "5 Moments of Hand Hygiene" includes:
- Before touching a patient
- After contact with blood or bodily fluids
- After handling papers
- After interacting with the patient's environment
- Use soap and water for hand hygiene when hands are visibly soiled.
- Immediate investigation and correction occur upon detection of non-compliance with hygiene protocols.
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Test your knowledge on fire safety protocols with these flashcards designed for BJC learners. Covering key concepts such as patient evacuation and fire safety missteps, these cards will enhance your understanding of effective evacuation strategies during a fire event. Ideal for healthcare professionals and safety training.
