Trivium Patient Care and Safety 5

Question 1

A fire alarm activates in the healthcare facility. Using the RACE acronym, what does the 'C' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Contain the fire by closing doors

Answer

In the RACE fire response protocol, C stands for Contain — close all doors to prevent fire and smoke from spreading.

Question 2

Which vital sign change in an elderly patient should be reported as a potential sign of sepsis?

Accepted Answer

Temperature 96.8°F (36°C) with a sudden change in mental status

Answer

In elderly patients, sepsis may present with hypothermia rather than fever; a low temperature combined with new confusion is a serious warning sign.

Question 3

A nurse is preparing to hang a new IV bag. Which finding should prompt her to discard the bag and obtain a new one?

Accepted Answer

The solution appears cloudy with visible particulate matter

Answer

Cloudiness or particulate matter in an IV solution indicates contamination or instability; the bag must be discarded and replaced.

Question 4

When performing oral care on an unconscious patient, the safest patient position is:

Accepted Answer

Side-lying (lateral) with the head turned toward the caregiver

Answer

The lateral position with the head turned allows secretions and rinse water to pool in the cheek and drain out, preventing aspiration.

Question 5

Which statement about the use of side rails is correct according to patient safety standards?

Accepted Answer

Raising all four side rails constitutes a restraint and requires an order

Answer

Raising all four side rails restricts a patient's voluntary movement and is legally classified as a restraint, requiring a physician order.

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