Hospital Safety Measures
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What precaution should be taken in hospitals regarding personal electrical appliances?

  • Use any personal electrical appliance without informing hospital staff.
  • Place personal electrical appliances under the pillow.
  • Wrap electrical appliances in a tissue for storage.
  • Avoid using personal electrical appliances until they are tested by an electrician. (correct)
  • Why should children wear ID bands in hospitals?

  • To identify them easily during their hospital stay. (correct)
  • To match their outfits.
  • To make them feel like adults.
  • As a fashion accessory.
  • What does the text recommend about storing dentures in hospitals?

  • Inform hospital staff about dentures for proper storage. (correct)
  • Keep them in a safe storage place provided by hospital staff.
  • Leave them on the bedside table.
  • Wrap them in a tissue and put under the pillow.
  • Why is it important for parents and carers to understand the hospital's visitor policy?

    <p>To negotiate tasks related to the child's care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is a commitment to safety important in the use of medical equipment?

    <p>To reduce patient safety risks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key consideration for healthcare organizations in managing medical equipment?

    <p>Education and training programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should healthcare organizations do to manage equipment effectively?

    <p>Maintain an inventory of all medical equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should medical equipment be thoroughly reviewed by end users?

    <p>To identify potential issues and ensure patient safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a recommended measure to prevent patient injuries caused by medical equipment?

    <p>Regularly sending automated SMS/Email reminders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can lack of proper maintenance of medical equipment lead to patient injuries?

    <p>It causes harm due to improper use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to address training gaps in the context of medical equipment?

    <p>To prevent injuries from equipment use assumptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do automated reminders help in maintaining hospital safety measures?

    <p>By reminding patients and staff about appointments</p> Signup and view all the answers

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