Healthcare Emergency Preparedness Quiz

Maintaining a Safe Environment for Patient Care

• Health care professionals should maintain a safe environment for patient care by being aware of their surroundings, identifying potential hazards, and taking steps to minimize risks.

Protecting Emergency Carts

• Emergency carts should be protected from unwarranted use by limiting access to authorized personnel, storing them in a secure location, and using tamper-evident devices to prevent unauthorized access.

Ensuring Safe Medication Use

• To ensure that drugs/meds in the emergency cart are safe for use, health care professionals should regularly check expiration dates, inspect for signs of tampering or damage, and maintain accurate inventory records.

Providing Emergency Aid

• Health care professionals should be aware of their personal limitations, skills, and resources when providing emergency aid, and be prepared to call for additional assistance when needed.

Identifying High-Risk Patients

• Health care professionals should consider patients with complex medical conditions, such as pregnancy, pediatrics, or those with disabilities, for close attention and care in emergency situations, as they may require specialized care and equipment.