HST - Safety Module

Which of the following is not an internal factor that affects safety?

• confusion

• substance or alcohol abuse

• Rx drugs

• unregulated room temperature

• impaired vision or hearing

Which of the following is not an external factor that affects safety?

• physical disability that prevents the pt. from performing ADL

• poor lighting

• pollution

• unregulated room temperature

• violent/unstable family members

If a pt. gets an infection while being treated for a medical condition, it is called a

• PPE

• HAI

• NIH

• PASS

• SDS

When identifying a patient what would you check to make sure you have the correct one? (Mark all that apply.)

• Date of Birth (DOB)

• SSN (Social Security Number)

• first name

• last name

• first and last name

To keep a HCW safe from biological exposure or chemical and drug exposure, it is important for them to wear the appropriate materials to protect themselves like gloves, gowns, masks and googles. What they wear will be dependent on the situation. The materials that are worn to offer protection are called?

• HAI

• SDS

• PPE

• WHO

• RACE

Where should you aim the fire extinguisher while trying to put out a fire?

• Base of fire

• Highest flames

• From top to bottom

• Whatever is not burning to keep it from burning

• in the center and then circle out and in

When talking about safety, what does the acronym PASS stand for?

• Push, Aim, Squeeze, Spray

• Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

• Pull, Adjust, Squeeze, Sweep

• Pin, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

If you encounter fire or smoke when trying to escape along your primary exit, what should you do?

• if it isn't that bad keep pushing forward until you get to safety

• switch to your secondary escape route

• sit down and call 911 and await rescue

• open the windows and doors so rescuers can more easily find you

What acronym can help you remember what to do or focus on, and the steps to take in a fire emergency?

• NIH

• WHO

• PASS

• RACE

• HIPAA

Which type of fire extinguisher is most appropriate for Christmas lights that have caught fire?

• A

• B

• C

• D

• E