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Why do elderly have more safety concerns than younger people?
Why do elderly have more safety concerns than younger people?
Elderly people have more safety concerns due to dementia, confusion, illness/diseases, disability, diminished sense, medications, pain, lack of consciousness, depression, drowsiness, etc.
What is the key to safety in facilities?
What is the key to safety in facilities?
Prevention is the key to safety.
Generally speaking, in what position should a bed be left after a nursing assistant has finished giving care?
Generally speaking, in what position should a bed be left after a nursing assistant has finished giving care?
Lowest position.
If a resident starts to fall after standing up, the nursing assistant should?
If a resident starts to fall after standing up, the nursing assistant should?
Which of the following should always be locked before giving care?
Which of the following should always be locked before giving care?
Those at greatest risk for burns are?
Those at greatest risk for burns are?
Scalds are burns caused by?
Scalds are burns caused by?
How long does it take for a serious burn to occur with a liquid at a temperature of 140 F?
How long does it take for a serious burn to occur with a liquid at a temperature of 140 F?
How should the nursing assistant check the temperature of the hot water?
How should the nursing assistant check the temperature of the hot water?
What should a nursing assistant do if an appliance has a frayed cord or looks unsafe?
What should a nursing assistant do if an appliance has a frayed cord or looks unsafe?
When serving hot liquids to residents, the nursing assistant should?
When serving hot liquids to residents, the nursing assistant should?
What can happen if a nursing assistant does not identify a resident before mealtimes or giving care?
What can happen if a nursing assistant does not identify a resident before mealtimes or giving care?
How should a nursing assistant identify a resident before placing a meal tray?
How should a nursing assistant identify a resident before placing a meal tray?
Choking can occur while swallowing medication.
Choking can occur while swallowing medication.
People who are weak may choke on their own saliva.
People who are weak may choke on their own saliva.
To avoid choking, residents should eat in a semi-reclined position.
To avoid choking, residents should eat in a semi-reclined position.
Liquids thickened to the consistency of honey are easier to swallow.
Liquids thickened to the consistency of honey are easier to swallow.
List five items in a facility that can cause poisoning.
List five items in a facility that can cause poisoning.
Cuts most often occur in a person's bedroom.
Cuts most often occur in a person's bedroom.
Scissors should be put away immediately after use.
Scissors should be put away immediately after use.
The correct way to move a wheelchair is for a nursing assistant to push it forward rather than pull it.
The correct way to move a wheelchair is for a nursing assistant to push it forward rather than pull it.
Residents in wheelchairs should be facing the back of the elevator when riding elevators.
Residents in wheelchairs should be facing the back of the elevator when riding elevators.
Oxygen therapy is prescribed by a doctor.
Oxygen therapy is prescribed by a doctor.
Nursing assistants are usually responsible for adjusting oxygen settings for residents.
Nursing assistants are usually responsible for adjusting oxygen settings for residents.
Oxygen supports combustion; this means it makes other things burn.
Oxygen supports combustion; this means it makes other things burn.
A flammable liquid like alcohol is fine to have in a room when oxygen is used, as long as it is covered.
A flammable liquid like alcohol is fine to have in a room when oxygen is used, as long as it is covered.
Smoking is allowed near where oxygen is stored as long as the oxygen is not in use.
Smoking is allowed near where oxygen is stored as long as the oxygen is not in use.
Oxygen should be turned off in the event of a fire.
Oxygen should be turned off in the event of a fire.
Nursing assistants should check the skin around the oxygen masks and tubing for irritation.
Nursing assistants should check the skin around the oxygen masks and tubing for irritation.
If a resident has skin irritation around a nasal cannula, the NA can use Vaseline to soften the skin.
If a resident has skin irritation around a nasal cannula, the NA can use Vaseline to soften the skin.
Which of the following is included on the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
Which of the following is included on the Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
Employers must?
Employers must?
The purpose of restraints is to?
The purpose of restraints is to?
An example of physical restraint is?
An example of physical restraint is?
A chemical restraint is?
A chemical restraint is?
What is one reason restraints are too expensive?
What is one reason restraints are too expensive?
A restraint can be used?
A restraint can be used?
Reduced blood?
Reduced blood?
Stress on the?
Stress on the?
Muscle?
Muscle?
______ injuries.
______ injuries.
Risk of ______.
Risk of ______.
Poor ______.
Poor ______.
______ disorders.
______ disorders.
Loss of ______ and loss of ______.
Loss of ______ and loss of ______.
Severe ______.
Severe ______.
Restraint-free care means that?
Restraint-free care means that?
Restraint alternatives are?
Restraint alternatives are?
List three alternative actions that help reduce the need for a restraint.
List three alternative actions that help reduce the need for a restraint.
Fifteen?
Fifteen?
Call light?
Call light?
Flat?
Flat?
Blue?
Blue?
Doctor's order?
Doctor's order?
Alignment?
Alignment?
Base of support?
Base of support?
Center of gravity?
Center of gravity?
Fulcrum?
Fulcrum?
Lever?
Lever?
Nursing assistants are at risk for back injuries and strain.
Nursing assistants are at risk for back injuries and strain.
Using proper body mechanics can help save energy and prevent injury.
Using proper body mechanics can help save energy and prevent injury.
When lifting an object, it is safer to hold it far away from the body.
When lifting an object, it is safer to hold it far away from the body.
Feet should be pointed toward the object that a person is lifting.
Feet should be pointed toward the object that a person is lifting.
Keeping the feet close together gives the body the best base of support and keeps a person more stable.
Keeping the feet close together gives the body the best base of support and keeps a person more stable.
A high center of gravity gives a more stable base of support.
A high center of gravity gives a more stable base of support.
Knees should be bent when lifting an object.
Knees should be bent when lifting an object.
Nursing assistants should avoid ______ at the waist when moving an object; their feet should always ______ toward what they are lifting or moving.
Nursing assistants should avoid ______ at the waist when moving an object; their feet should always ______ toward what they are lifting or moving.
When lifting a heavy object from the floor, feet should be spread _____ apart. Knees should be ______.
When lifting a heavy object from the floor, feet should be spread _____ apart. Knees should be ______.
If a resident falls, the nursing assistant should not try to catch her; instead she should help the resident to the ______.
If a resident falls, the nursing assistant should not try to catch her; instead she should help the resident to the ______.
Bending from the ______ should be avoided.
Bending from the ______ should be avoided.
A bed should be adjusted to a safe working level, which is usually ______ high.
A bed should be adjusted to a safe working level, which is usually ______ high.
A nursing assistant should _____ or slide objects rather than lift them.
A nursing assistant should _____ or slide objects rather than lift them.
A nursing assistant should get ______ when possible for lifting or helping residents.
A nursing assistant should get ______ when possible for lifting or helping residents.
When moving a resident, the nursing assistant and the resident should agree on a ______, such as counting to three so that everyone moves together.
When moving a resident, the nursing assistant and the resident should agree on a ______, such as counting to three so that everyone moves together.
What is needed for a fire to occur?
What is needed for a fire to occur?
Which of the following is appropriate for a nursing assistant to do if a fire occurs?
Which of the following is appropriate for a nursing assistant to do if a fire occurs?
Which of the following is considered a potential fire hazard in a facility?
Which of the following is considered a potential fire hazard in a facility?
PASS is an acronym that stands for:
PASS is an acronym that stands for:
RACE is an acronym that stands for:
RACE is an acronym that stands for:
Explain the fire safety technique, stop, drop, and roll.
Explain the fire safety technique, stop, drop, and roll.
Flashcards
Elderly safety risks
Elderly safety risks
Increased dangers for older adults due to factors like memory loss, decreased senses, illness, disabilities, medication, and depression.
Fall prevention (action)
Fall prevention (action)
Use your body weight to gently guide a falling person to the floor, not try to catch them.
Burn risks (sensation loss)
Burn risks (sensation loss)
People who can't feel heat are more likely to get burned.
Scald risks (time)
Scald risks (time)
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Water temp check
Water temp check
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Unsafe appliances
Unsafe appliances
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Resident identification
Resident identification
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Choking risk (liquid)
Choking risk (liquid)
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Poisoning hazards (common items)
Poisoning hazards (common items)
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Scissors storage
Scissors storage
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Wheelchair push
Wheelchair push
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Oxygen prescription
Oxygen prescription
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Oxygen flammability
Oxygen flammability
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Oxygen fire shut-off
Oxygen fire shut-off
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Lower bed position
Lower bed position
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Locked bed wheels
Locked bed wheels
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Emergency fire response (technique)
Emergency fire response (technique)
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Fire safety conditions
Fire safety conditions
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Fire Safety - RACE
Fire Safety - RACE
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Fire Safety - PASS
Fire Safety - PASS
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Restraint usage (authorization)
Restraint usage (authorization)
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Restraint types
Restraint types
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Body Mechanics (importance)
Body Mechanics (importance)
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Body Mechanics (alignment)
Body Mechanics (alignment)
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Body Mechanics (lifting)
Body Mechanics (lifting)
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Study Notes
Elderly Safety Concerns
- Increased safety risks for the elderly due to factors such as dementia, confusion, and diminished senses.
- Illnesses, disabilities, medications, and depression also contribute to heightened safety hazards.
Key Principles of Safety
- Prevention is fundamental to ensuring safety in facilities.
Bed and Patient Care Positioning
- After care, a bed should always be left in the lowest position.
- Bed wheels must be locked before providing care.
Fall Prevention and Response
- If a resident begins to fall, use body weight to gently slide them to the floor rather than trying to catch them.
Burn and Scald Risks
- Individuals with loss of sensation are at the highest risk for burns.
- Scalds specifically result from hot liquids and can cause serious burns within 5 seconds at 140°F.
Checking Water Temperature
- The temperature of hot water should be assessed using a water thermometer.
Appliance Safety
- Report any frayed cords or unsafe appliances immediately and remove them from the premises.
Food and Medication Safety
- Always identify residents before mealtime to prevent serious health risks.
- Verify resident identities against their diet card and call them by name.
Choking Risks
- Choking can occur during medication intake or from saliva in weak individuals.
- Thickened liquids (like honey) are generally easier to swallow, aiding in choking prevention.
Poisoning Hazards
- Common items that can cause poisoning include cleaners, paints, medications, toiletries, and glue.
Safety Practices
- Scissors should be stored immediately after use.
- Wheelchairs should be pushed forward to ensure safety for nursing assistants.
Oxygen Safety
- Oxygen therapy requires a doctor's prescription and is critical to be managed carefully.
- Oxygen increases flammability; cannot have flammable materials in the same area.
- Always turn off oxygen in case of a fire, check for skin irritation around equipment, and do not use Vaseline on irritated areas.
Restraints Usage
- Restraints should only be used upon a doctor's order and must be applied in a way that ensures the resident's comfort.
- Physical restraints include raised side rails, while chemical restraints involve medication.
Injury Prevention and Body Mechanics
- Nursing assistants are particularly vulnerable to back injuries and should practice proper body mechanics to prevent it.
- Maintain an appropriate alignment, use feet shoulder-width apart when lifting, and always bend knees.
Fire Safety Protocols
- Heat, fuel, and oxygen are necessary conditions for fire to ignite.
- In case of a fire, always check for heat from a door before opening and follow RACE and PASS protocols for evacuation and extinguishment, respectively.
- Fire safety technique: stop, drop, and roll to extinguish flames.
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