SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TEST REVIEW

. In what type of setting should a healthcare worker interview a victim of an accident?

• At the scene of the accident

• In a private, confidential setting

• In a supervisor's office

• . In a public place with at least two witnesses

Why must proper technique be followed for a patient transfer?

• to maintain comfort

• to prevent injury

• to avoid the patient becoming annoyed

• avoid a lawsuit

Which of the following agencies is responsible for protecting human health and the environment.

• EPA

• OSHA

Always bend at your

• ankles

• back

• hips and knees

• waist

Which two items should be used to identify a patient?

• Blood type and birth date

• birth date and social security number

• Name and birth date

• Name and Social security number

How often should high traffic areas in a healthcare facility be cleaned?

• Once a month

• At least once a week

• Every other day

• Daily

Why should your feet be shoulder-width apart when lifting?

• Keeps you from breaking the item

• Prevents you from dropping the item

• Helps you maintain balance

How should employees and patients move their feet when preparing to move in a different direction?

• Slide feet until the body is pointing to the right direction

• Keep feet still while turning the body in the right direction

• Keep body still while turning the feet to the right direction

• In short pivots until they point in the direction they want to trav

What is body mechanics?

• The need to be in good physical shape in order to properly care for patients

• Positioning the body in ways that prevent injury

• A list of ways to use as much of your strength as possible

• Correct stretching prior to doing physical work

What is a sickness that results from eating a food that is infected with bacteria?

• Foodborne illness

• Vectorborne illness

• HIV

• Bloodborne illness