Safety Pre-Test

When using a fire extinguisher to extinguish a fire, where should you aim?

• Just above the flame

• Toward the middle of the flame

• At the base of the fire

• You should move your target around the entirety of the flame

When hiding in the event of an intruder, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

• Leave the door cracked so that you can see where the intruder is located

• Lock the door

• Remain calm

• Place your phone on silent

What does the acronym PASS stand for in fire safety?

• a. P=Pull the pin. A=Aim the extinguisher at the near edge and bottom of the fire. S=Squeeze the handle to discharge the extinguisher. S=Sweep the extinguisher from side to side at the base of the fire.
• b. P=Pass the fire extinguisher to your neighbor. A=Aim the extinguisher at the near edge and bottom of the fire. S=Squeeze the handle to discharge the extinguisher. S=Sweep the extinguisher from side to side at the base of the fire.
• c. P=Pull the pin. A=Aim the extinguisher at the near edge and bottom of the fire. S=Sweep the extinguisher from side to side at the base of the fire. S=Squeeze the handle to discharge the extinguisher.
• d. P=Pull the fire alarm. A=Aim the extinguisher at the near edge and bottom of the fire. S=Squeeze the handle to discharge the extinguisher. S=Sweep the extinguisher from side to side at the base of the fire.

What does the acronym RACE stand for?

• R= Run from the fire. A = Anticipate the fire's direction. C= Call for help. E= Elevator
• R= Rescue anyone in immediate danger. A= Active the alarm. C = Contain the fire. E = Extinguish the fire or evacuate the area.
• R= React calmly. A = Align the patients to evacuate. C = Call for help. E = Extinguish the fire or evacuate the area.
• None of the above

What are body mechanics?

• “Positioning the body in ways that prevent injury”

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

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

• “Correct stretching prior to doing physical work”

________ is the most common injury experienced by health care workers.

• Back injury.

• Wrist injury.

• Knee injury.

• Shoulder injury.

Which of the following should you do to ensure a safe transfer from bed to wheelchair?

• Lock the wheels of the wheelchair.

• Position the wheelchair at least 3 feet from the bed.

• Make sure the head of the bed is raised > 60 degrees.

• Make sure the level of bed is at its highest point.

Proper body mechanics prevents injury to the healthcare provider and patient.

• True

• False

When lifting, avoid _____ the body:

• Turn and pivoting

• Twisting

• Holding the object close to

• Aligning

The BEST option for moving a heavy object is:

• Pick it up solo

• Wait for someone else to do it

• Pull/Push It

• Lay on your back and push with your legs