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Pediatrics Ch. 22
Essential Safety in the Hospital
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is a major cause of death among infants and children | Accidents |
| How does a nurse reduce unnecessary accidents and set a good example for parents | Demonstrating concern about safety regulations |
| What does a nurse do when concern for safety regulations is demonstrated | Reduce unnecessary accidents and set a good example for parents |
| How should a crib’s sides be positioned if a child is unattended in bed | Up |
| When should the sides of a crib be up | Any time a child is unattended in bed |
| How should a child be identified | ID bracelet |
| How should a child not be identified | Room number |
| What is used for children capable of climbing over crib rails | Bubble or plastic top crib |
| What should be out of reach of children in a crib | Appliances, Diapers, Lotion, Medications, Powder, Safety pins, Sockets, Solutions, Tissues, Wipes |
| When should a bubble of plastic top crib be used | When the child is capable of climbing over crib rails |
| What should toys be inspected for | Sharp edges, Removable parts |
| For safety purposes, what should be done before giving medications | Proper identification |
| How can cross infection be prevented | Not sharing diapers, toys, or materials that belong in one patient’s room with another patient without proper cleaning per hospital policy |
| What precautions are taken for a child using the bathtub | Remain with them |
| What safety device is used for children in a high chair | Safety belt |
| For safety, always take proper precautions when ____ is in use | Oxygen |
| What should be located on a unit for safety | Fire exits and Fire extinguishers |
| Why should nursing bottles not be propped up | Choking danger |
| Why should children not be force fed | Choking danger |
| What poses a choking danger to small children | Propped bottles and Force feeding |
| What should not be used as a toy | Wheelchairs, Stretchers |
| When should an active child not be left unattended | When in a baby swing, feeding table, highchair |
| When should a small child not be left unattended | When out of crib |
| Nurses should use their eyes to ____, not just look at, and then must _____ | Scrutinize – take the necessary precautions for safety |
| How should a mattress fit in a crib | Securely |
| What should not be used in a crib | Tucked blankets, Soft or contour pillows, Decorative extensions |
| What is the maximum distance that should be present between crib slats | 2 3/8 inches (6 cm) |
| Why should decorative extensions on crib corners not be used | Can catch on clothing and strangle the child |
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