To get close to an object, ____.

Healthcare workers should wash their hands and put on fresh gloves before leaving one patient’s room and moving to the next.

The acronym RACE is commonly used to remember the correct steps for using a fire extinguisher.

How many times should you read the labels on solution bottles?

The use of correct body mechanics is needed to ___.

How many inches apart should the feet be to maintain a broad base of support?

Many health care facilities now require health care workers to wear back supports while lifting or moving patients.

All manufacturers must provide Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) with any hazardous products they sell.

In a healthcare facility, running in the hallway is acceptable during an emergency.

Many communities offer Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) programs to educate individuals about disaster preparedness.

The three things needed in order for a fire to start are ___.

When a health care worker is not doing strenuous work, a back brace can be loosened.

The OSHA Hazard Communication Standard requires employers to educate their employees about chemical hazards in the workplace.

Radiation exposure can occur when unprotected employees are near a machine that uses radiation.

The Class C fire extinguisher is to be used on fires caused by flammable liquids.

If a patient is unconscious, it is not necessary to knock on the door before entering the room.

Safety glasses ______.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) establishes and enforces safety standards for the workplace.

The three elements that form the fire triangle are fuel, heat, and nitrogen.

In case of fire in a health care facility, the most important thing to do is ___.

Back muscles are strong, large muscles and should be used for heavy lifting.

The primary agency of the United States government responsible for biomedical and health-related research is the ___.

The major cause of fires is improper rubbish disposal.

While discharging a fire extinguisher, spray into the center of the fire to eliminate the source of the fire.

Which of the following terms describes policies that motivate or require healthcare facilities to monitor and evaluate their services based on predetermined criteria for the purpose of making them better?

Instead of pushing or pulling an object, it is easier to lift the object and get it close to the body.

The Bloodborne Pathogen Standard mandates that all employees be trained in reading and interpreting chemical labels and hazard signs.

Which of the following is a step you should take when lifting a patient or object?

The Institute of Medicine (IOM) is a healthcare accrediting agency.

Standard safety rules for all healthcare facilities indicate that you should ___.

Since the third prong is not needed, you may use an electrical cord without the third prong.

To operate a fire extinguisher, stand 2 to 4 feet away from the fire.

Which of the following steps should you take to reduce the risk of chemical injury?

Ergonomics include all of the following except ___.

Health care worker are legally responsible for familiarizing themselves with disaster policies.

If a particle gets in your eye, ___.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a progressively painful hand and arm condition caused by a pinched nerve in the wrist.

During a fire, you should use the nearest elevator to exit the building quickly.

Signals called urgent care codes are used in hospitals to alert staff to various emergencies.

The material safety data sheet (MSDS) for a chemical contains important information about the chemical’s makeup and instructions for use.

If you find a piece of damaged or malfunctioning equipment, ____.

Some facilities use a lockout tag system for damaged electrical or mechanical equipment.

Body mechanics refers to positioning the body so all parts are supported correctly.

Always make sure you have proper authorization before performing any procedure.

Never preform a procedure without the patient’s permission.

The proper use of movements to prevent injury during the performance of physical tasks, such as lifting and sitting, is called ____.