Environment of Care Test Flashcards

Questions and Answers

A ______ is issued when a particular hazard has been reported or is imminent.

Warning

A ______ is issued when weather conditions favor a particular hazard.

Watch

When a bomb threat telephone call is received, note voice characteristics, and ask where the bomb will explode and at what time.

True

Your organization’s Disaster or Emergency Preparedness Plan addresses evacuation procedures.

True Signup and view all the answers

A warning indicates the need to immediately take action to protect life and property.

True Signup and view all the answers

______ disasters include bomb threats, fires, chemical spills and utility outages.

Internal Signup and view all the answers

Special precautions must be taken when using electrical devices where ______ is being administered or stored.

Oxygen Signup and view all the answers

Failure to use electrical safety measures while using any type of electrical equipment can result in serious injury.

True Signup and view all the answers

Electric shock can cause which of the following?

Burns, physical injuries, nervous system effects. Signup and view all the answers

Water can decrease a substances resistance to the flow of electricity.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a sign that an electrical device is overheating?

There is burning smell. Signup and view all the answers

If you are going to clean any electrical device that is not in use, and you are authorized to do so, you should first:

Turn it off and unplug it. Signup and view all the answers

Fires are organized into classes that describe:

What kind of fuel it contains. Signup and view all the answers

In which of the following situations would it be appropriate to consider extinguishing a fire yourself?

When the extinguisher is proper for the class of fire. Signup and view all the answers

The first step of the fire response is to confine the fire.

False Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes the P.A.S.S. technique?

Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep. Signup and view all the answers

Class C fires are fires that involve energized electrical equipment.

True Signup and view all the answers

Fire doors and exits must always be clear of trash, equipment, and other obstructions.

True Signup and view all the answers

Emergency and first aid procedures for a chemical exposure can be found on the Material Safety Data Sheet.

True Signup and view all the answers

The manufacturer must supply a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for each hazardous chemical used by your facility.

True Signup and view all the answers

A hazard communication program includes:

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

A container label must be:

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

Every chemical container must be labeled and each must contain all of the following information except the:

Name and address of the healthcare organization. Signup and view all the answers

Part-time employees do not need information regarding the hazards of chemicals present in the workplace.

False Signup and view all the answers

Avoid moving several objects at one time by yourself.

True Signup and view all the answers

When lifting an object:

Use your leg muscles. Signup and view all the answers

Gas cylinders should be moved using:

Its carrier. Signup and view all the answers

In planning for a lift or move, you must:

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

Lower an object by bending at the knees.

True Signup and view all the answers

Whenever possible pull, don't push an object.

False Signup and view all the answers

When your patient/customer reports that they are in pain, which statement shows our patients/customers that we have their best interest at heart?

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

Employees should use OE only with our patients, their family members and visitors. You do not have to use OE with co-workers.

False Signup and view all the answers

The only employees who need to be concerned with diversity are:

All employees. Signup and view all the answers

The best way to communicate with a deaf patient is by writing notes.

False Signup and view all the answers

There is only one type of diversity.

False Signup and view all the answers

Mrs. Green wants to see her grandson, but visiting hours ended some time ago. She stops at your desk to find out where his room is located. Which best promotes OE?

Politely inform Mrs. Green that visiting hours are over, but offer to call the unit supervisor to see if it is OK for her to visit. Signup and view all the answers

Partnership with the patient means involving them in their healthcare by making them a part of the healthcare team. We can do this by:

Letting them know it is OK to ask questions and remind us if we 'forget' to wash/cleanse our hands or check for 2 identifiers. Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for patient safety?

Everyone. Signup and view all the answers

We regularly test alarms to make sure we can hear them from all areas of the nursing unit.

True Signup and view all the answers

The 'Pledge' for patient safety applies to:

All employees of Navicent Health take the 'pledge' for patient safety. Signup and view all the answers

More people die each year from medical errors than from:

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

Patients must know about safety and their role in the Patient Safety Program. This includes:

All of the above. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Hazard Communication

A Warning is issued when a particular hazard is reported or imminent.
A Watch is issued when weather conditions favor a particular hazard.

Emergency Procedures

In bomb threat situations, note voice characteristics and ask where and when the bomb will explode.
Organizations should have a Disaster or Emergency Preparedness Plan that includes evacuation procedures.
A warning indicates an immediate need to protect life and property.

Internal Disasters

Internal Disasters include events such as bomb threats, fires, chemical spills, and utility outages.

Electrical Safety

Special care is required when using electrical devices near Oxygen due to fire risk.
Electric shock can cause burns, physical injuries, and nervous system effects.
Water can decrease a substance's resistance to electrical flow.

Fire Safety

Signs of an overheating electrical device include a burning smell.
The first step in fire response should not be to confine the fire; assessment and alerting are critical.
The P.A.S.S. technique stands for Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep.
Class C fires involve energized electrical equipment.

Chemical Safety

The Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) provides emergency and first aid procedures for chemical exposure.
Manufacturers are required to supply MSDS for all hazardous chemicals in use.
A hazard communication program must include a list of hazardous chemicals, labeling guidelines, and distribution info.

Lifting and Moving Objects

To lift an object safely, use leg muscles and bend at the knees, not the back.
Gas cylinders should be moved using their carrier for safety.
Evaluate both the area of origin and destination when planning a lift or move.

Patient Communication and Safety

All employees share the responsibility for patient safety.
Patients are encouraged to be active participants in their care and safety; this includes reminders about hygiene and verifying identities before procedures.
Offering support and alternatives to patients, like calling a unit supervisor for visitation requests, promotes patient-centered care.

Diversity and Communication

All employees must embrace diversity, not just those in direct patient care roles.
Writing notes is not the best way to communicate with deaf patients; alternatives should be considered.

Patient Safety Awareness

Medical errors account for more deaths annually than breast cancer, HIV/AIDS, or auto accidents.
Patients play a crucial role in their safety, such as reminding staff about hand hygiene and confirming their identity before treatments.

Alarm Systems

Regular testing ensures alarms are audible throughout the nursing unit to enhance safety preparedness.

Patient Safety Pledge

All employees in healthcare settings take a Pledge to prioritize patient safety, emphasizing a culture of care and vigilance.

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Environment of Care Test Flashcards

Questions and Answers

A ______ is issued when a particular hazard has been reported or is imminent.

A ______ is issued when weather conditions favor a particular hazard.

When a bomb threat telephone call is received, note voice characteristics, and ask where the bomb will explode and at what time.

Your organization’s Disaster or Emergency Preparedness Plan addresses evacuation procedures.

A warning indicates the need to immediately take action to protect life and property.

______ disasters include bomb threats, fires, chemical spills and utility outages.

Special precautions must be taken when using electrical devices where ______ is being administered or stored.

Failure to use electrical safety measures while using any type of electrical equipment can result in serious injury.

Electric shock can cause which of the following?

Water can decrease a substances resistance to the flow of electricity.

Which of the following is a sign that an electrical device is overheating?

If you are going to clean any electrical device that is not in use, and you are authorized to do so, you should first:

Fires are organized into classes that describe:

In which of the following situations would it be appropriate to consider extinguishing a fire yourself?

The first step of the fire response is to confine the fire.

Which of the following correctly describes the P.A.S.S. technique?

Class C fires are fires that involve energized electrical equipment.

Fire doors and exits must always be clear of trash, equipment, and other obstructions.

Emergency and first aid procedures for a chemical exposure can be found on the Material Safety Data Sheet.

The manufacturer must supply a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for each hazardous chemical used by your facility.

A hazard communication program includes:

A container label must be:

Every chemical container must be labeled and each must contain all of the following information except the:

Part-time employees do not need information regarding the hazards of chemicals present in the workplace.

Avoid moving several objects at one time by yourself.

When lifting an object:

Gas cylinders should be moved using:

In planning for a lift or move, you must:

Lower an object by bending at the knees.

Whenever possible pull, don't push an object.

When your patient/customer reports that they are in pain, which statement shows our patients/customers that we have their best interest at heart?

Employees should use OE only with our patients, their family members and visitors. You do not have to use OE with co-workers.

The only employees who need to be concerned with diversity are:

The best way to communicate with a deaf patient is by writing notes.

There is only one type of diversity.

Mrs. Green wants to see her grandson, but visiting hours ended some time ago. She stops at your desk to find out where his room is located. Which best promotes OE?

Partnership with the patient means involving them in their healthcare by making them a part of the healthcare team. We can do this by:

Who is responsible for patient safety?

We regularly test alarms to make sure we can hear them from all areas of the nursing unit.

The 'Pledge' for patient safety applies to:

More people die each year from medical errors than from:

Patients must know about safety and their role in the Patient Safety Program. This includes:

Study Notes

Hazard Communication

Emergency Procedures

Internal Disasters

Electrical Safety

Fire Safety

Chemical Safety

Lifting and Moving Objects

Patient Communication and Safety

Diversity and Communication

Patient Safety Awareness

Alarm Systems

Patient Safety Pledge

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