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HC - Module 9
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Healthcare workers are responsible for familiarizing themselves with disaster policies in the workplace. | True |
| How many times should you read chemical bottle labels? | Three |
| Use of Class C fire extinguishers is for : | Electrical fires such a as gas, oil, paints or grease |
| You should stand 2 feet away from a fire when using a fire extinguisher. | False |
| What is the leading cause of fire? | Smoking and matches |
| All manufacturers must provide an MSDS with any hazardous products that they sell. | True |
| If a patient is too heavy for you to lift or move safely, do not bother other employees for assistance | False |
| The use of correct body mechanics is needed to --- | avoid injury and muscle strain |
| You find damaged equipment you should report it immediately to prevent injury and be sure it is repaired or replaced | True |
| When using a fire extinguisher, aim the spray at the highest flame | False |
| You are in a lab (no patients in facility) when a machine sparks and flames spread to some papers. What should you do? | Activate the fire alarm |
| What's inside a Class A extinguisher? | Water |
| What is not one of the 3 items needed for a fire to start? | Chemical Reaction |
| You are helping a patient sit up and your co-worker tells you to " widen your base of support". What does this mean? | Place you feet further apart, 8-10 inches |
| Fire emergency plans include all of the following accept : | doors and windows should be opened to let smoke out |
| OSHA establishes and enforces workplace standards | False |
| When leaving a patient's room, healthcare workers should : | put the call lights, phone, tissue within reach |
| Chemicals in healthcare facilities --- | can be dangerous, avoid eye and skin contact |
| Body fluids that can transmit disease are blood, urine, stool, cerebrospinal fluid, vaginal secretions, semen, and mucus? | True |
| When you hear that an evacuation is necessary, what is your first action? | Remain calm and follow the evacuation route |
| If a patient is too heavy to lift alone, you should get help. | True |
| Where do you aim the spray at when using a fire extinguisher? | Near the edge of the fire at the base |
| Which of the following is not a personal safety rule? | Run in the hospital if there is an emergency |
| It is okay to use a solution from a bottle that is not labeled if you are confident you know what it contains | False |
| You can find information on how to use a chemical safely on the MSDS | True |
| Used on burning or combustible metals & are specific for 1 type of metal being used. Is not used on other type of fires | Class D (ABC) |
| Used on flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, oil, paint, grease, and cooking fat fires | Class B |
| Used on electrical fires such as fuse boxes, appliances, wiring, and electrical outlets | Class C |
| Used on fires involving combustibles such as paper, cloth, plastic, and wood | Class A |
| Ergonomics is science of safety & well-being of a person by adapting environment & using techniques to prevent injury. | True |
| If a patient refuses a procedure, you can still perform to procedure if it was ordered by a physician | False |
| Evacuation plans must include procedures to remove patients with immobility issues such as wheelchair or bed bound | True |
| New employees should be trained on their role in an evacuation by reviewing the policy and talking to their supervisor | True |
| If you see a coworker skipping hand washing, you should remind them respectfully of the policy or report if repeated | True |
| Gloves, gown, and a face should not be worn when handling blood or bodily fluids | False |
| If a chemical splashes in or near the eye, flush immediately and report the accident | True |
| Carry heavy objects close to the body | True |
| If a patient is getting in or out of a wheelchair, it's important to lock the wheels to prevent a fall/injury to patient | True |
| Explaining the steps of a procedure to a patient before beginning will help reduce anxiety and fear | True |
| The best way to identify is to check their wristband and have them state their name and date of birth | True |
| If a new employee misuses equipment & a patient is injured, this is likely due to inadequate training & safety checks | True |
| The 3 common diseases that are caused from Bloodborne pathogens are Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C | False |
| Which of the following can not be found on a safety data sheet? | How much it cost |
| The back muscles are big and strong muscles and should be used for lifting | False |
| Healthcare workers must report any personal injury or accident, even if it is minor | True |
| This has in fire extinguishers is used on electrical equipment because it does not damage appliances | Halon |
| This has provides a smothering action on a fire by forming a cloud of cool ice or snow that displaces air & oxygen | Carbon Dioxide |