Healthcare Workers and Safety

Who are especially mentioned as being in shortage among healthcare workers?

• Technicians

• Physicians and nurses

• Administrators

• Pharmacists

Which element of Workplace Safety focuses on preventing the spread of diseases?

• Wellness

• Body Mechanics

• Lab Safety

• Infection Control

Which of the following is NOT a dimension of wellness?

• Physical

• Intellectual

• Emotional

• Nutritional

Fill in the blank: The dimension of wellness that involves maintaining a healthy body through exercise and nutrition is ________.

• A) Physical

• B) Emotional

• C) Social

• D) Spiritual

Which element of Workplace Safety involves proper lifting techniques and posture?

• Wellness

• Body Mechanics

• Lab Safety

• Infection Control

Which of the following is a focus of Lab Safety?

• Proper chemical handling

• Financial planning

• Emotional support

• Nutritional guidance

Fill in the blank: The dimension of wellness that involves building and maintaining satisfying relationships is ________.

• A) Social

• B) Physical

• C) Intellectual

• D) Spiritual

Another way of saying wellness is: A) Living a healthy lifestyle B) Living a wealthy lifestyle C) Living a stressful lifestyle D) Living a carefree lifestyle.

• Living a healthy lifestyle

• Living a wealthy lifestyle

• Living a stressful lifestyle

• Living a carefree lifestyle

Healthcare workers are often stressed because of:

• Short work hours

• Long work hours and problematic patients

• Lack of resources

• High salaries

What is one method to help healthcare workers practice stress management?

• Setting Boundaries

• Overworking

• Ignoring Stress

• Avoiding Exercise