Factors Affecting Safety in Nursing

What is one of the physiological effects of excessive noise in a hospital setting?

Decreased muscular activity
Reduced heart rate
Improved hearing ability
Increased blood pressure (correct)

How can noise be minimized in a hospital setting?

Removing all drapes and carpeting
Using brighter lighting
Installing hardwood floors
Placing acoustic tiles on ceilings, walls, floors (correct)

Which measure is necessary to prevent electrical hazards?

Using ungrounded equipment
Properly grounding equipment (correct)
Ensuring current travels through the body
Increasing the voltage

What is the purpose of background music in a hospital setting according to the text?

To help minimize noise (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason to protect hearing in a hospital setting?

To maintain effective communication (B) Signup and view all the answers

How do life support measures relate to preventing specific hazards in a hospital setting?

They are instituted when an arrest occurs (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a specific risk mentioned in the text?

Falls (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which organization's report titled 'To Err Is Human' is referenced in the text?

IOM (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a general safety risk mentioned?

Fire (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended if alarms are silenced, turned off, or ignored according to the text?

Risk high injury (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is advised for early detection and management of bioterrorism attacks?

Report to local public health department (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which category is NOT listed under 'Diagnosing Risk for Injury'?

Fractures (A) Signup and view all the answers

How is promoting safety across the life span achieved according to the text?

Through client teaching and observation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a desired outcome associated with preventing injury as mentioned?

Modify the environment (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is highlighted as the leading cause of death for newborns and infants?

Accidents (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended to empower clients to protect themselves from injury?

Client teaching (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the leading cause of death for school-age children?

Accidental injury (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key safety strategy for preschoolers mentioned in the text?

Maintaining parental surveillance (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one type of safety education mentioned for preschoolers?

How to cross the street (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is another type of safety education mentioned for preschoolers?

How to ride bicycles and other wheeled toys (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by the term 'magical thinking' in the context of school-age children?

Engaging in imaginary play (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should parents do to promote safety for preschoolers?

Keep hazardous items out of their reach (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor can affect a person's safety according to the text?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text state about the ability to communicate and its effect on safety?

Both aphasia/language barriers and inability to read can negatively impact a person's safety (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following environmental factors can affect safety in a health care setting?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text state about environmental factors in the community that can affect safety?

Both a and b (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the text's main point about bioterrorism and its effect on safety?

Both b and c (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest nurses should do to teach clients about safety?

Teach clients about both using infant car seats/guard gates and using sunburn protection/life jackets/helmets (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended action to prevent electrical hazards?

Wear nonconductive gloves (A) Signup and view all the answers

How should firearms be stored to prevent accidents?

Store guns in sturdy locked cabinets without glass (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a preventive measure for radiation hazards?

Use shielding devices (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why should children be taught firearm safety measures?

To instill respect for firearms (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of restraining clients?

To provide medically necessary treatment (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which is a characteristic of a physical restraint?

Manual or mechanical device attached to the body (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why are regular inspections of firearms recommended?

To prevent misuse and ensure functionality (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should one do when cleaning or dry firing a firearm?

Move all ammunition to another room (B) Signup and view all the answers

How can one limit injuries from electrical hazards?

Provide victim assistance without proper gear (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of risk assessment for equipment-related accidents?

Following agency protocols to prevent accidents (D) Signup and view all the answers