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Words like 'warning' and 'danger' are part of the hazard statement on a chemical label.
Words like 'warning' and 'danger' are part of the hazard statement on a chemical label.
True (A)
The Americans with Disabilities Act protects people against discrimination because of their mental disability.
The Americans with Disabilities Act protects people against discrimination because of their mental disability.
True (A)
A contagious disease can be spread among patients waiting in a reception area.
A contagious disease can be spread among patients waiting in a reception area.
True (A)
People from different countries or cultures are considered to have special needs.
People from different countries or cultures are considered to have special needs.
A shortened version of the safety data sheet is the hazard label.
A shortened version of the safety data sheet is the hazard label.
Examples of specialty items in a reception area include chairs and sofas.
Examples of specialty items in a reception area include chairs and sofas.
Patients should have clear, easy access from the parking lot to the medical office door as well as within the office.
Patients should have clear, easy access from the parking lot to the medical office door as well as within the office.
A TTY is a device for hearing-impaired patients.
A TTY is a device for hearing-impaired patients.
Pictograms are always banded in black.
Pictograms are always banded in black.
Health magazines geared toward the general public are a good choice for reading material in a medical office.
Health magazines geared toward the general public are a good choice for reading material in a medical office.
It is not necessary to read pamphlets and brochures that are displayed in the reception areas as long as they are published by major publishing companies.
It is not necessary to read pamphlets and brochures that are displayed in the reception areas as long as they are published by major publishing companies.
Store caustic chemicals above eye level to reduce the risk of spilling the substance in your eyes.
Store caustic chemicals above eye level to reduce the risk of spilling the substance in your eyes.
No matter how tastefully it is decorated, the reception area will be unappealing if it is not clean.
No matter how tastefully it is decorated, the reception area will be unappealing if it is not clean.
The eyewash station should be checked monthly to ensure it is working properly.
The eyewash station should be checked monthly to ensure it is working properly.
Stuffed animals are appropriate for pediatric reception areas because they are soft.
Stuffed animals are appropriate for pediatric reception areas because they are soft.
Where would you find detailed information about a chemical substance you are about to use in the medical office?
Where would you find detailed information about a chemical substance you are about to use in the medical office?
The best toys for children in a reception area are:
The best toys for children in a reception area are:
A double door leading from the medical office to the outside of the building:
A double door leading from the medical office to the outside of the building:
Which of the following is found on a hazard label?
Which of the following is found on a hazard label?
Items on a reception bulletin board should:
Items on a reception bulletin board should:
Older patients may require furniture that is:
Older patients may require furniture that is:
When transferring a patient you should do all of the following EXCEPT:
When transferring a patient you should do all of the following EXCEPT:
The patient information packets include:
The patient information packets include:
Pediatric reception areas:
Pediatric reception areas:
Making an appointment easier for a patient with an autism spectrum disorder includes all of the following EXCEPT:
Making an appointment easier for a patient with an autism spectrum disorder includes all of the following EXCEPT:
A telecommunications machine for the deaf:
A telecommunications machine for the deaf:
The Americans with Disabilities Act:
The Americans with Disabilities Act:
Many elderly patients feel colder because of ___________________.
Many elderly patients feel colder because of ___________________.
Music in the reception area should reflect the interests of the _______________.
Music in the reception area should reflect the interests of the _______________.
The path patients must take to get from the parking area or street to the office and then back again is called the office ________________.
The path patients must take to get from the parking area or street to the office and then back again is called the office ________________.
__________________ is waste that can be dangerous to those who handle it or to the environment.
__________________ is waste that can be dangerous to those who handle it or to the environment.
In a large medical office, the routine cleaning of the office is performed by ________________.
In a large medical office, the routine cleaning of the office is performed by ________________.
One odor that can be prevented by displaying a sign in a patient reception area is _____________.
One odor that can be prevented by displaying a sign in a patient reception area is _____________.
Study Notes
Chemical Safety and Hazard Communication
- Hazard statements on chemical labels include words like "warning" and "danger."
- A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provides detailed information about chemical substances and their hazards.
Disability Rights and Accessibility
- The Americans with Disabilities Act protects individuals against discrimination due to mental disabilities.
- Clear access from parking to the medical office is essential for patient convenience and safety.
Infection Control
- Contagious diseases can spread in crowded areas such as reception spaces.
- Proper storage of caustic chemicals should be below eye level to prevent spills and accidents.
Reception Area Standards
- Reception areas must be clean to appear appealing, regardless of decor quality.
- Items displayed in reception should be updated frequently, ideally changing daily.
- Furniture for older patients should be designed with firm arms for easier sitting and standing.
Pediatric Considerations
- Pediatric reception areas are tailored to meet the size and needs of children.
- The best toys for children in waiting areas are large-piece wooden puzzles, ensuring safety and engagement.
Communication Aids
- TTY devices assist hearing-impaired patients, enhancing communication access.
- A telecommunications machine for the deaf resembles a laptop with a cradle for traditional telephone receivers.
Patient Experience Enhancements
- To assist patients with autism, efforts should focus on minimizing their time in the reception area.
- Music in the waiting room should align with patient interests to create a welcoming atmosphere.
Waste Management
- Infectious waste poses a danger to handlers and the environment and requires careful disposal practices.
Miscellaneous Information
- Elderly patients often feel colder due to lowered metabolism.
- The pathway from the parking area to the office is termed the office access.
- Signs in reception areas can help mitigate odors, such as those from smoke.
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Test your knowledge on key safety concepts and regulations with these flashcards from Chapter 7. This quiz covers important terms related to chemical labeling, disability rights, and public health. Enhance your understanding of essential safety practices and legal protections.
