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What does a hazard represent in the workplace?
What does a hazard represent in the workplace?
- An unlikely event with no consequences.
- A situation or thing that has the potential to harm a person. (correct)
- A situation that is entirely safe.
- The potential for no harm to occur.
What is the primary difference between risk and hazard?
What is the primary difference between risk and hazard?
- Hazards have no associated risks.
- A risk refers to the chance of harm occurring from a hazard. (correct)
- Risk is synonymous with hazard.
- A hazard is always a risk.
Which of the following best defines mitigation?
Which of the following best defines mitigation?
- Activities to reduce or eliminate the occurrence and impact of hazards. (correct)
- Steps designed to increase hazards in the environment.
- Only short-term measures aimed at handling disasters.
- Actions taken to prevent all disasters.
How does prevention differ from mitigation?
How does prevention differ from mitigation?
Which statement regarding primary prevention is true?
Which statement regarding primary prevention is true?
What defines patient safety in a healthcare context?
What defines patient safety in a healthcare context?
What activities fall under mitigation?
What activities fall under mitigation?
Which element is NOT part of the definition of disaster?
Which element is NOT part of the definition of disaster?
Which of the following is NOT a component of mitigation?
Which of the following is NOT a component of mitigation?
Which of the following best describes a hazard in the workplace?
Which of the following best describes a hazard in the workplace?
In terms of reducing vulnerability to hazards, which action is considered preventive?
In terms of reducing vulnerability to hazards, which action is considered preventive?
Which aspect is most crucial in preventing patient harm according to the error chain concept?
Which aspect is most crucial in preventing patient harm according to the error chain concept?
What is a common misconception about mitigation and prevention?
What is a common misconception about mitigation and prevention?
In the context of risk, what does the term 'likelihood' refer to?
In the context of risk, what does the term 'likelihood' refer to?
Which of the following best illustrates the relationship between hazards and risks?
Which of the following best illustrates the relationship between hazards and risks?
What is a characteristic of disasters as defined in the provided content?
What is a characteristic of disasters as defined in the provided content?
Which of the following statements about harm is true?
Which of the following statements about harm is true?
What does the term 'risk' combine in its definition?
What does the term 'risk' combine in its definition?
What is indicated by the term 'temporary impairment' in the context of harm?
What is indicated by the term 'temporary impairment' in the context of harm?
Disaster can affect a community in which of the following ways?
Disaster can affect a community in which of the following ways?
What is the primary focus of secondary prevention in disaster management?
What is the primary focus of secondary prevention in disaster management?
What type of mitigation seeks to reduce the presence of hazards?
What type of mitigation seeks to reduce the presence of hazards?
Which mitigation technique involves government actions to influence land development?
Which mitigation technique involves government actions to influence land development?
What distinguishes structural mitigation from non-structural mitigation?
What distinguishes structural mitigation from non-structural mitigation?
What is a major goal of emergency services in the context of mitigation?
What is a major goal of emergency services in the context of mitigation?
Which mitigation strategy involves the development of options and actions to reduce threats?
Which mitigation strategy involves the development of options and actions to reduce threats?
Which of the following best describes 'non-structural mitigation'?
Which of the following best describes 'non-structural mitigation'?
What aspect of mitigation is directly related to preserving the functions of natural systems?
What aspect of mitigation is directly related to preserving the functions of natural systems?
In emergency management, what is the purpose of codes, regulations, and procedures?
In emergency management, what is the purpose of codes, regulations, and procedures?
What is the first step to take if you discover a CODE RED?
What is the first step to take if you discover a CODE RED?
What does the 'R' in the R.A.C.E procedure stand for?
What does the 'R' in the R.A.C.E procedure stand for?
Which color classification represents patients who are bedridden and ventilated?
Which color classification represents patients who are bedridden and ventilated?
In the event of an external disaster, which code should be activated?
In the event of an external disaster, which code should be activated?
What is the last step in the R.A.C.E procedure when dealing with a fire?
What is the last step in the R.A.C.E procedure when dealing with a fire?
What should you do if you encounter a hazardous chemical spill?
What should you do if you encounter a hazardous chemical spill?
In the context of emergency nursing, what is the primary focus?
In the context of emergency nursing, what is the primary focus?
Identifying the nearest fire extinguishers and alarm pull boxes is crucial in which context?
Identifying the nearest fire extinguishers and alarm pull boxes is crucial in which context?
What is the intended purpose of mitigation procedures practiced by a charge nurse?
What is the intended purpose of mitigation procedures practiced by a charge nurse?
When encountering suspected kidnapping of a child in the hospital, which code must be activated?
When encountering suspected kidnapping of a child in the hospital, which code must be activated?
Flashcards
Patient Safety
Patient Safety
The absence of preventable harm to a patient and reduction of risks of unnecessary harm associated with health care to an acceptable minimum. It's a framework of activities that create cultures, processes, procedures, behaviors, technologies and environments in health care that consistently and sustainably lower risks, reduce the occurrence of avoidable harm, make errors less likely, and reduce the impact of harm when it does occur.
Patient Safety Practices
Patient Safety Practices
Practices that reduce the risk of adverse events related to exposure to medical care across a range of diagnoses or conditions.
Harm
Harm
The impact and severity of a process of care failure resulting in temporary or permanent impairment of physical or psychological body functions or structure.
Disaster
Disaster
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Hazard
Hazard
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Risk
Risk
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Mitigation (1)
Mitigation (1)
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Mitigation (2)
Mitigation (2)
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Prevention
Prevention
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Mitigation vs. Prevention
Mitigation vs. Prevention
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Mitigation (simplified)
Mitigation (simplified)
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Prevention (simplified)
Prevention (simplified)
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Primary Prevention
Primary Prevention
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Healthy Environment
Healthy Environment
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Regulation
Regulation
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Procedures
Procedures
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CODE RED
CODE RED
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RACE
RACE
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Code Yellow (External Disaster)
Code Yellow (External Disaster)
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Child Disappearance / Suspected Kidnapping
Child Disappearance / Suspected Kidnapping
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Hazardous Chemical Spill
Hazardous Chemical Spill
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Presence of Violence
Presence of Violence
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Patient Classification System (for emergencies)
Patient Classification System (for emergencies)
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Emergency Nursing
Emergency Nursing
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Secondary Prevention
Secondary Prevention
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Primary Mitigation
Primary Mitigation
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Structural Mitigation
Structural Mitigation
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Non-Structural Mitigation
Non-Structural Mitigation
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Prevention Techniques
Prevention Techniques
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Property Protection
Property Protection
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Public Education & Awareness
Public Education & Awareness
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Natural Resource Protection
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Emergency Services
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Structural Projects
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Study Notes
Patient Safety
- Patient safety is the absence of preventable harm to patients.
- Aims to reduce risk of unnecessary harm in healthcare.
- Includes organized activities, cultures, and processes.
- Seeks to consistently reduce risks, errors, and harm consequences.
Patient Safety Practices
- Practices reduce risk of adverse events from medical exposure.
- Many practices have not been thoroughly studied for effectiveness.
Harm
- Harm is the impact and severity of care process failures.
- Includes temporary or permanent impairment of physical/psychological functions or structures.
- Error chains demonstrate leadership and communication roles in patient harm.
Disaster Definition
- A disaster is a significant community or societal disruption.
- Causes widespread material, economic, social, or environmental losses.
- Losses exceed the affected area's ability to cope with own resources.
- Disasters are sudden, unplanned events where resources exceed availability.
Disaster Types (Alphabetical)
- Administrative/Financial Failures
- Destructions
- Eruptions of Communicable Diseases
- Incidents
- Sentiments
- Sufferings
- Tragedies
Hazard and Risk
- A hazard is something that may cause harm or injury.
- Workplace examples include working at heights, slippery floors, electric energy, excessive noise, and toxic substances.
- Risk is the likelihood of harm from a hazard, or damage to property.
- Risk combines the probability of occurrence and the severity of harm.
Mitigation
- Mitigation involves actions to eliminate or reduce disaster probability/effects.
- Includes activities like arms buildup, legislation, long-term hazard reduction (land use management, building codes).
- Mitigation can reduce harmful effects of remaining potential hazards.
- Aims to lower risks to persons or property, and lessen potential consequences.
Prevention vs. Mitigation
- Prevention decreases the likelihood of an emergency.
- Mitigation steps minimize the damage from events that cannot be prevented.
Types of Mitigation
- Primary Mitigation: reduces hazard presence and vulnerability.
- Secondary Mitigation: reduces the effects of the hazard (preparedness).
Mitigation Components
- Structural Mitigation: physical changes/protection from disasters.
- Non-structural Mitigation: individual actions to mitigate hazards (not physical changes).
Mitigation Techniques
- Prevention actions influence land use and reduce hazard losses.
- Property protection: modifying buildings/removing structures.
- Public education and awareness: informing citizens on hazards and mitigation.
Natural Resource Protection
- Minimizes hazard loss and preserves natural systems.
Emergency Services
- Protect people and property during and after hazard events.
Structural Projects
- Actions to construct structures to reduce the impact of hazards.
Mitigation Strategies
- Plans/Program development to improve options and enhance opportunity, reduce threats, and guide actions.
- Codes, regulations, and procedures to guide performance and minimize harm in emergency situations.
Codes/Procedures (e.g., CODE RED)
- Procedures for handling hazardous situations (e.g., fire/smoke/disasters).
- Codes like CODE RED signal emergencies, providing steps to take.
- Processes for handling emergencies, with specific actions like RACE (Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish).
Disaster Response Planning & Procedures
- Risk mitigation actions require a process or a specific program to execute the mitigation process.
- Emergency management will involve procedures/codes (e.g., CODE BLUE) for responding to situations like fires or disaster/medical events.
- Effective emergency management plans are necessary in institutions to minimize risks in disaster/emergency scenarios.
Triage
- Triage prioritizes patient treatment, focusing on judicious use of resources.
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This quiz covers critical concepts related to patient safety, harm, and the definition of disasters. Learn about the significance of minimizing risks in healthcare and the impact of adverse events. This quiz aims to enhance your understanding of patient care and disaster management.