Safety review

How many inches apart should the feet be to maintain a broad base of support?

8-10 inches

To get close to an object on the floor ___.

Squat using the hips and knees

Ergonomics includes all of the following except:

utilizing repetitive movements for long periods of time

The most effective way to move a large object is:

Push it

If you have a large obese patient that you need to transfer from the bed to a gurney/stretcher for transporting to another department you should:

Find a minimum of 2 other workers to help you transfer

Proper body mechanics involves

Using the strongest muscles

The strongest muscle groups that should be used for lifting are the:

Buttocks and legs

Always make sure you have properly ____ before performing a procedure.

All of the above

The occupational safety and health administration:

All of these are correct

If you find a piece of damaged or malfunctioning equipment:

Report it immediately

You should read the labels on solution bottles at least how many times?

3

If a solution such as acetic acid spills on a counter, ___.

Report it immediately

Safety glasses___.

Are required for some procedures

Solutions used in healthcare facilities ____.

Can be dangerous so avoid eye and skin contact

When handling any electrical equipment, be sure to ___.

Check first for damaged cords or improper grounds

It is not necessary to knock on the door before entering the room when:

None of the above- you should always knock

Which of the following is an example of body fluids that can transmit disease

All of these

You encounter an electrical cord on your equipment without the third prong, it has been broken off. What should you do?

Tag the equipment as broken and notify your supervisor immediately

If you see a yellow star on a fire extinguisher what type is it?

Class D

If you see a green triangle on a fire extinguisher, what type is that?

Class A

What type of fire extinguisher is used on combustible liquid such as gas, oil, and paint fires?

Class B

What type of fire extinguisher is often specific for only one metal?

Class D

What type of fire extinguisher contains halon gas?

Class C

What type of fire extinguisher is used on electrical fires and is nonconductive

Class C

What type of fire extinguisher is used on paper, cloth, and wood fire?

Class A

What type of fire extinguisher used on burning or combustible metals?

Class D

What type of fire extinguisher is used contains pressurized water?

Class A

What type of fire extinguisher is used on burning plastics?

Class B

When discharging a fire extinguisher you should aim and spray _____, of the fire to eliminate the source of the fire

To the base

When operating a fire extinguisher, you should stand _____ feet away from the fire

6 to 10

Most fire emergency plans usually include all of the following except:

Doors and windows should be opened to expel the smoke

In case of fire in a healthcare facility, the most important thing to do is ____.

Remain calm

3 things needed to start a fire:

Fuel, heat, oxygen