Safety and Infection Control Flashcards
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What does the acronym PASS stand for when using a fire extinguisher?
Answer: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
PASS stands for Pull the pin, Aim at the base, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep side to side.
A nurse aide notices a resident's IV insertion site is red, swollen, and warm. What is the MOST likely complication?
Answer: Phlebitis or infection at the IV site
Redness, swelling, and warmth at an IV site are classic signs of phlebitis or local infection requiring nurse notification.
Which piece of equipment requires an OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen standard training for nurse aides?
Answer: Blood glucose monitoring devices
Blood glucose monitoring devices involve lancet use and blood contact, placing them under OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen standards.
A resident requires airborne precautions. Which room assignment is appropriate?
Answer: A negative pressure (airborne infection isolation) room
Airborne precautions require a negative pressure room to prevent pathogen-laden air from escaping into the hallway.
During a disaster drill, the nurse aide's primary responsibility is to:
Answer: Ensure the safety and evacuation of residents as directed
The nurse aide's top priority during any disaster is the safety and orderly evacuation of residents under the guidance of nursing staff.
Which of the following actions could contribute to a healthcare-associated infection (HAI)?
Answer: Reusing a single-use urinary catheter
Reusing single-use devices introduces microorganisms and significantly increases the risk of HAIs.
What is the safest way to transfer a resident who is at high risk for falls?
Answer: Use a gait belt and request a second person if needed
A gait belt provides a secure grip, and a second caregiver reduces fall risk during transfers for high-risk residents.