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| the nurse will document that the pt is left handed | show 🗑
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| show | individuals who become ill or who are injured also are at risk. An unfamiliar environment and the various symptoms and signs associated with the pt dx place an individual at risk.
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| show | use to pt identifiers (neither to be the pt room number) for blood samples, admin meds, clinical testing etc
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| improve timeliness when reporting | show 🗑
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| label all meds, medication containers (e.g., syringe, medicine cups, basins), or other solutions on and off the sterile field in preoperative and other procedural setting GOAK; reduce the risk of healthcare related infections | show 🗑
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| show | during personal hygiene, place all bathing articles at the pt left when ambulating the left pt, nurse should walk on pt left side use pt right arm for iv therapy and injections when possible allow more time to master skills
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| show | if bed is equipped w/ an alarm, turn on for the restless, disoriented pt demonstrate the proper use of emergency calll buttons or cords some institutions have adopted "fall precaution" policies in which every pt is evaluated on admin deter fall ability
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| show | older adults/safety changes in peripheral vascular system can result in loss of sensitivity to heat, cold, or foreign objects, which increases the risk of tissue damage resulting from burns, frostbite, and pressure
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| older adult/safety changes in the cardiovascular system such as anemia, orthostatic hypotension, and heart block increases the risk of fallls because of syncope. | show 🗑
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| show | orthostatic hypotension can increase the older adults risk for falls
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| show | because a laser beam generates an enormous amount of energy, dry combustibles in the surgical field could accidentally ignite posing a threat to the pt and staff. water and a halon fire extinguisher should be readily available
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| hepatitis B and C are the infections most commonly transmitted by contaminated needles. the scoop technique uses commercial devices in case of a real need to recap (as in incremental dosing to stop seizure activity) | show 🗑
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| show | OSHA
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| a federal agency that provides facilities and services for the investigation, identification, prevention, and control of disease | show 🗑
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| show | For individuals at high risk of with suspected sensitivity to latex, it is important to use latex free or synthetic gloves and to inspect the contents of all sterile kits for items that contain latex
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| levels of latex sensitivity/a non-allergic response characterized by skin redness and itching | show 🗑
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| levels of latex sensitivity/cell mediated allergic reaction to chemicals used in latex processing. reaction-redness, itching, and hives can be delayed up to 48 hours. localized swelling, red and itchy or runny eyes and nose, & coughing may develop | show 🗑
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| show | Type i hypersensitivity
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| show | if a radioactive leak occurs, these agencies institute measures to prevent exposure of surrounding neighborhoods, to clean up radioactive leaks as quickly as possible, and to ensure the injured parties get prompt medical care.
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| evacuate room except for housekeeping crew, clean up personnel should wear rubber, latex. or rubber gloves when handling mercury. spray area with mist of water, ventilate the area, close interior door and open windows, use suction device do not vacuum | show 🗑
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| any one of numerous devices used to immobilize a pt or part of the pt's body, such as arms or hands. The most common type of SRD is the soft restraint, often referred to as a POSEY after the company that manufactures this type of restraint | show 🗑
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| SRD are used for various reasons. patient safety is the primary consideration. | show 🗑
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| Orient pt and family to surroundings, encourage family and friends to stay, assign confused pt rooms near nurses station, eliminate bothersome treatments, maintain toilet routines, evaluate med to see they are having the desired affect. | show 🗑
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| show | Some agencies require that a physician order for SRDs be renewed every 24 hours.
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| If using Kerlix gauze, make a clove hitch by forming a figure of 8 and picking up the loops (does not tighten when pulled), place gauze or padding around the extremity. leave 1 to 2 inches. DO NOT TIE TO SIDE RAILS | show 🗑
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| used with children to prevent elbow flexion so they cannot disturb tubes, catheters, and dressing. tying or pinning the restraint ot the infant's shirt ensures a secure fit | show 🗑
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| show | Vest (may be referred to as wrap jacket or chest SRD)
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| show | Document procedure (notes procedure and pt responses)
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| remove SRD every 2 hours for 5 minutes. pt should not be left unattended while SRD has been removed | show 🗑
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| before assessing the cultural background of a pt, the nurse should assess the influence of his or her own culture | show 🗑
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| show | care for the pt that is at risk for falling can be delegated to (i.e: setting up seizure precautions and protection for the pt at risk, safety regulation (e.g, dosimeter, time, and distance limits)
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| IBRA states only these reasons your allowed to use SRDs | show 🗑
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| Type A extinguisher | show 🗑
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| show | Flammable liquid, fires, caused by grease and anesthetics
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| show | Can be used on all types of fires
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| in the event of a fire pt on life-support may be the help with manual respiratory support with a | show 🗑
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| anxiety hinders understanding of situations and ability to follow instructions | show 🗑
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| show | participate when possible in fire drills.
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| show | UNIVERSAL CARRY
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| If vertcal or downward evacuation by an interior stairway is necessary, in many cases one person can handle a helpless pt by using the: | show 🗑
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| show | This area is safe for pt and staff
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| show | disaster situation
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| show | earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, and tornados
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| show | bombings, arson, riots, and hostage taking
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| factors that affect disaster response include: | show 🗑
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| the mnemonic PASS is: | show 🗑
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