HAC Equipment Operation & Maintenance 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Fold it and store upright against a wall

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Remove it from service immediately and tag it out

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Remove the cuff from the patient and deflate it fully

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

A blockage exists between the pump and the patient

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Daily, using sterile or distilled water

Answer

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

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