Question 1

Which statement about carbon monoxide is correct?

Accepted Answer

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that is harmful and can cause death when inhaled in large amounts.

Question 2

Which is a common cause of burns in nursing centers?

Accepted Answer

Spilled hot liquids are a common cause of burns in nursing centers due to accidents involving the handling of hot beverages or foods.

Question 3

Which can prevent suffocation?

Accepted Answer

Positioning the person in bed properly can help maintain an open airway and prevent suffocation, especially in individuals who are bedridden or have mobility issues. Proper positioning can prevent blockage of the airway and facilitate easier breathing.

Question 4

Abdominal thrusts can be performed on which of the following persons?

Accepted Answer

Abdominal thrusts, also known as the Heimlich maneuver, can be safely performed on blind individuals as their condition does not affect the physical process of the maneuver. For very obese or pregnant individuals, alternative methods like chest thrusts are recommended to avoid harm. For preterm infants, abdominal thrusts are not recommended due to their delicate size and structure; back blows and chest thrusts are the safer options.

Question 5

Equipment is unsafe for which of the following reasons?

Accepted Answer

Equipment being unsafe often stems from incorrect usage, which can lead to accidents or malfunctions. Age alone (B) does not necessarily make equipment unsafe, proper functioning (C) indicates safety, and a three-pronged electrical cord (D) is a safety feature, not a hazard.

Question 6

When using equipment, always do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Follow the manufacturer's instructions to ensure safe and proper use of the equipment.

Question 7

The safe use of electrical equipment involves which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Keeping work areas clean and dry is essential for the safe use of electrical equipment as it reduces the risk of electrical shocks and short circuits.

Question 8

The safe use of electrical equipment involves which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Having dry hands before handling electrical equipment is a safety measure to prevent electric shock, as water conducts electricity and can increase the risk of electrocution.

Question 9

Safe stretcher use involves which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Raising side rails is a safety measure to prevent the person from falling off the stretcher. Leaving wheels unlocked, not using safety straps, and leaving the person alone can all increase the risk of injury.

Question 10

When there is a fire, you should do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Sounding the nearest alarm is the correct action to take in the event of a fire. It alerts everyone in the building to the danger, allowing for an orderly evacuation and ensuring that emergency services are notified as quickly as possible. Using the elevator, calling home, or opening doors and windows can be dangerous or irrelevant actions during a fire.

Question 11

Natural disasters include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Tornadoes are natural disasters as they are caused by natural atmospheric conditions, unlike bombings, airplane accidents, and explosions, which are human-made events.

Question 12

A person is agitated. You should do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Talking to the person in a calm manner can help soothe their agitation and potentially de-escalate the situation.

Question 13

You have to walk to work. You should do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Carrying a cellular phone or knowing where to find phone booths ensures you can call for help in case of an emergency, making it a safe practice when walking to work.

Question 14

You are going to take the train to work. You should do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Having your money ready will make the process of buying a ticket quicker and more efficient.

Question 15

Someone tries to attack you. You should do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

Which is a role of risk management?

Accepted Answer

Risk management involves identifying, assessing, and controlling threats to an organization's capital and earnings. These threats, or risks, could stem from a wide variety of sources, including financial uncertainty, legal liabilities, strategic management errors, accidents, and natural disasters. Identifying and controlling safety hazards is a core function of risk management, as it directly relates to minimizing potential risks that could harm the organization or its stakeholders.

Question 17

A resident got a new bracelet for her birthday. It needs to go into her valuables envelope. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Describing the bracelet in detail (color, length, width, and absence of stones) ensures accurate identification and reduces the risk of confusion or disputes about the item's characteristics.

Question 18

Abdominal thrusts are used to relieve severe airway obstruction.

Accepted Answer

Abdominal thrusts, also known as the Heimlich maneuver, are used to dislodge an object from the airway of a person who is choking, thereby relieving severe airway obstruction.

Quiz 11: Safety

Which statement about carbon monoxide is correct?

Which is a common cause of burns in nursing centers?

Which can prevent suffocation?

Abdominal thrusts can be performed on which of the following persons?

Equipment is unsafe for which of the following reasons?

When using equipment, always do which of the following?

The safe use of electrical equipment involves which of the following?

The safe use of electrical equipment involves which of the following?

Safe stretcher use involves which of the following?

When there is a fire, you should do which of the following?

Natural disasters include which of the following?

A person is agitated. You should do which of the following?

You have to walk to work. You should do which of the following?

You are going to take the train to work. You should do which of the following?

Someone tries to attack you. You should do which of the following?

Which is a role of risk management?

A resident got a new bracelet for her birthday. It needs to go into her valuables envelope. What should you do?

Abdominal thrusts are used to relieve severe airway obstruction.