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WorksheetsSafety Pre-Test
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 16mins
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?
What does the acronym RACE stand for?
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
What is considered good body alignment?
The head, torso and legs in a straight line.
Both knees are locked out.
Arms are outreached toward the patient.
No infection.
One intervention to safely transfer and move a patient is to....
Ensure only one staff member does all the lifting
Maintain proper alignment and support for the patient
Use quick, jerky movements to move the patient
Never use transfer devices
What is the proper procedure to lift objects?
Bend over with your knees straight, feet together, and then lift.
Lift with your back, keep your legs straight, and keep your arms up.
Lift with your legs, keep your back straight, and keep your head up
Lift with your arms, keep your legs straight, and keep your head up.
