Chapter 13: Safety (Section III; pp. 174-190)

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Multiple Choice

Before utilizing a new resident's electric shaver, __________.

• fill the sink with water

• the maintenance staff must check the device

• check the SDS

• get an extension cord

Multiple Choice

You are using electrical equipment. Which measure is unsafe?

• Following the manufacturer's instructions.

• Keeping electrical items away from water and spills.

• Pulling on the cord to remove a plug from an outlet.

• Turning off electrical items after using them.

(pp. 176-177)

Multiple Choice

You spilled a hazardous chemical. You should __________.

• follow the instructions on the material safety data sheet (SDS)

• cover the spill and go tell the nurse

• wipe up the spill with paper towels

• leave the spill for housekeeping

​(pp. 177-178)

​(pp. 177-178)

Multiple Choice

The fire alarm sounds. Which action is correct?

• Leave oxygen (O2) on.

• Use elevators.

• Open doors and windows.

• Move residents to a safe place.

Multiple Choice

Your clothing is on fire. Which of the following actions should you do first?

• Run to get help.

• Call 9-1-1.

• Use a fire extinguisher.

• Drop to the floor and roll to smother the flames.

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Multiple Choice

You work in a nursing center. During a severe weather alert, you should __________.

• take cover

• follow the center's emergency preparedness plan

• make sure your family is safe

• pull the fire alarm

Multiple Choice

You provided a person with the wrong treatment (Tx). Which is TRUE?

• Report the error at the end of the shift.

• Take action only if the person was injured.

• You are guilty of negligence.

• You must complete an incident report.