Equipment Operation & Maintenance Flashcards

When storing a manual wheelchair, which action best protects the equipment?

Answer: Fold it and store upright against a wall

Folding and storing the wheelchair upright prevents damage to the frame and keeps walkways clear.

A Hoyer lift sling shows a small tear along a seam. What is the correct action?

Answer: Remove it from service immediately and tag it out

Any damage to a sling compromises patient safety and requires immediate removal from service.

Which step must be completed BEFORE cleaning a blood pressure cuff?

Answer: Remove the cuff from the patient and deflate it fully

The cuff must be removed and fully deflated before cleaning to prevent damage and ensure proper disinfection.

An IV infusion pump alarm reads 'occlusion downstream.' What does this indicate?

Answer: A blockage exists between the pump and the patient

A downstream occlusion alarm means something is blocking flow between the pump and the IV insertion site.

How often should the water in a humidifier attached to an oxygen concentrator be changed?

Answer: Daily, using sterile or distilled water

Daily water changes with sterile or distilled water prevent bacterial growth in the humidifier.

A patient's hospital bed won't lower using the electric controls. What should the aide do first?

Answer: Check that the bed is plugged in and the control cable is connected

Checking the power connection is the first troubleshooting step before escalating the issue.

Which PPE is required when cleaning a commode chair after use?

Answer: Gloves and a mask or face shield

Gloves and mask or face shield protect against contact and splash exposure to bodily fluids during commode cleaning.