Patient Care Technician Flashcard

Front

Imagine you're a superhero like Aria or Daniel, tasked with an important mission in a hospital. What is your primary goal as a patient care technician?

Back

Keeping patients safe

Front

The Joint Commission updates the National Patient Safety Goals regularly to include guidelines for ________.

Back

All of the above

Front

Imagine you're serving hot cocoa to Daniel, Noah, and Elijah at a cozy winter gathering. Which of the following safety precautions should you take to ensure they enjoy their drinks without any spills? Verify the lid is placed correctly, Instruct the patient to wait 30 minutes to drink, Provide a straw

Back

Verify the lid is placed correctly

Front

Imagine you're a superhero nurse like Sophia, tasked with ensuring the safety of patients with restraints. How often should you swoop in to check on them?

Back

Every 15 minutes

Front

Hey there, future health experts! Can you guess what patients like our friend Samuel, who have taken a tumble before, are at an especially high risk for _________?

Back

falls

Front

Imagine you're in a safety adventure with William, Abigail, and Benjamin! Which of the following is NOT a heroic move to prevent equipment-related injuries? Learn how to use all equipment correctly, Never use equipment that shows signs of deterioration, Adhere to facility guidelines about side rails.

Back

Use faulty equipment if necessary

Front

What is the safe range for bath and shower water to prevent burns? It should be between _______.

Back

40.5°C and 43.3°C