Healthcare Safety and Procedures

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The Immune System

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Gives the body immunity, meaning protection against a disease or condition.

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Incident Reports

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An event that does not normally occur within the regular healthcare facility routine and may involve patients, visitors, physicians, hospital staff, or students.

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Incidents requiring written reports

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- Accidents - Thefts from person on hospital property - Errors in patient treatment or medication - Exposure to blood and body fluids

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RACE system in fire safety

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- R: Rescue individuals in danger - A: Sound the alarm - C: Confine the fire by closing all doors and windows - E: Extinguish the fire with the nearest suitable fire extinguisher

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Electrical Safety: Using Electrical Equipment

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- Avoid using damaged power cords - Avoid using any extension cords - Avoid electrical equipment while collecting blood - Use three-pronged plugs when available

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Radiation Safety: Amount of radiation is determined by three factors.

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1. Time: Exposed to source 2. Shielding: If anything is between you and the source of radiation 3. Distance: How far person or object is away from source

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First Aid for External Hemorrhage

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1. Apply direct pressure to wound until bleeding stops or EMS arrives. 2. If bleeding continues, keep applying cloth or gauze over the ones already on the wound.

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Common Symptoms of Shock

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1. Clammy, pale, cold skin 2. Rapid weak pulse 3. Shallow or increased breathing rate 4. Staring eyes and expressionless face

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First Aid for Shock

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1. Maintain open airway 2. Call for assistance 3. Keep patient lying down with head lower than the rest of body 4. Attempt to control bleeding or other cause of shock if known 5. Keep patient warm until help arrives

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Hazardous Substances: Definition and OSHA Requirements

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A hazardous substance is any chemical in the workplace that can cause harm. OSHA requires health care employees to: 1. Understand the risks and handle them safely. 2. Ensure proper labeling of hazardous materials.