Question 1

When the nurse ambulates with a patient who has left-sided weakness,what actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply. )

Accepted Answer

Ambulating with a person who has an identified weakness requires that the nurse walk on the same side as the weakness,slightly behind the patient,with the nurse's near leg behind the patient's knee.The nurse should use a gait belt and hold the patient at the waist and the gait belt.Furniture can be used as support.

Question 2

The emergency department nurse admits a victim of poisoning.Who should the nurse call to receive the best assistance for dealing with this victim?

Accepted Answer

The best resource for dealing with a victim of poisoning would be the poison control center, as they are specifically trained and equipped to provide advice on the management and treatment of poisoning cases. The American Red Cross, fire department paramedics, and civil defense office may be able to provide some assistance, but they are not specialized in dealing with poisoning cases.

Question 3

What must the nurse do before applying a safety reminder device (SRD)?

Accepted Answer

Initially,an order is necessary that specifies the type of SRD and the duration of its application.

Question 4

A nurse instructs a unlicensed assistive personnel about the proper use of a gait belt and is observing a return demonstration.What action by the unlicensed assistive personnel should cause the nurse to intervene?

Accepted Answer

Walking on the patient's strong side could reduce the support provided to the patient, especially if they start to fall or need assistance. It is generally recommended to walk on the patient's weak side to offer better support.

Question 5

The nurse explains that the measurement of radiation exposure is in multiples of Gy.The number of Gy an individual may absorb before becoming ill with radiation syndrome is _______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The nurse explains that the measurement of...

Question 6

What should the nurse do when offering a cup of hot coffee to a frail,older adult patient?

Accepted Answer

Filling the cup half full promotes safety and does not change the flavor of the beverage,nor does it demean the patient as would making him or her wear a bib or apron.

Question 7

What type of fire extinguisher should the nurse use when the oxygen concentrator machine malfunctions and causes an electric fire?

Accepted Answer

Type C fire extinguishers are designed for electrical fires, which would include a malfunctioning oxygen concentrator machine.

Question 8

The nurse assesses a patient in a Posey safety reminder device (SRD)for which problem that may increase because of the use of SRDs? (Select all that apply. )

Accepted Answer

The use of SRDs increases a patient's immobility,risk for skin impairment,risk for impaired circulation,and incontinence.A SRD would not increase lethargy.

Question 9

The nurse conducting a seminar on bioterrorism reviews several types of agents that may be used as weapons.An agent that does not seriously damage or kill the target population but only impairs it is classified as _____________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The nurse conducting a seminar on bioterrorism...

Question 10

A disaster situation occurs and involves an explosion in a hospital laundry.What would this be classified as?

Accepted Answer

Internal disaster often threatens the safety of patients and staff.

Question 11

When reinforcing the PASS acronym for fire extinguisher use,the nurse reminds the staff that the final "S" stands for ______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When reinforcing the PASS acronym for fire...

Question 12

What should a nurse do when encountering a mercury spill?

Accepted Answer

When encountering a mercury spill, the nurse should evacuate the area and open outside windows to encourage ventilation and prevent inhalation of mercury vapors. Vacuuming the spill  should be avoided as it can release more mercury vapors. Closing outside windows may trap the vapors inside and contaminate the area further.

Question 13

What skills should health care workers frequently attend in-services about to ensure that staff has competent skills and risk for falls can be decreased?

Accepted Answer

The majority of patient falls occur during transfer.

Question 14

___________ is a violent or dangerous act used to intimidate or coerce a person or government to further a political or social agenda.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ___________ is a violent or dangerous act...

Question 15

The nurse manager is providing an in-service regarding a "safe hospital environment." What will this education mainly focus on preventing?

Accepted Answer

A safe environment implies freedom from injury.

Question 16

A long-term care facility is committing to a restraint-free environment.What will the health care workers implement to encourage this environment? (Select all that apply. )

Accepted Answer

To encourage a restraint-free environment, health care workers should provide frequent orientation to surroundings, explain all procedures and treatments to the residents, and maintain toileting routines. Minimizing exercise and ambulation could actually increase the need for restraints, so it is not a recommended approach. Discouraging visitors is also not a viable solution for creating a restraint-free environment as it may have negative impacts on residents' mental and emotional wellbeing.

Question 17

What important safety precaution should the home health nurse teach parents in order to prevent burns to small children?

Accepted Answer

Turning pot handles on stoves away from reach is an important safety precaution to prevent burns to small children. This prevents them from accidentally grabbing the handle and tipping the hot contents onto themselves. However, the other options (A, C, and D) are also important safety precautions in their own right.

Question 18

What is important for the nurse to determine in order to decrease the risk for injury to a patient?

Accepted Answer

Patients requiring an assistive device to ambulate are at an increased risk for injury.

Quiz 10: Safety