Unit #4: Safety Measures (Nurse Aide)

Front

What is OSHA?

Back

Federal agency responsible for safety & health of workers

Front

Which of the following should be disposed of in a biohazard container? Linens, Food, Needles/Sharps, Thermometers

Back

Needles/Sharps

Front

When lifting an object, you should use your _________

Back

Legs

Front

The most common accidents that occur in a healthcare facility are _____________.

Back

Falls

Front

The best position for a resident to be in while eating is?

Back

Sitting upright

Front

Which of the following promotes a more stable base of support?
Options:
Standing with the feet together
Maintaining a narrow base of support
Standing with the feet shoulder-width apart
Keeping the knees locked

Back

Standing with the feet shoulder-width apart

Front

Which of the following is not a risk factor for falls? Throw rugs, Wet floors, Poor Lighting, All of the above are risk factors

Back

All of the above are risk factors

Front

What is one thing the NA can do to help prevent the resident's risk for falls? Options: Keep the call bell in reach, Close the door, Turn the lights off, Turn the TV on

Back

Keep the call bell in reach

Front

What should the water temperature be when bathing a resident?

Back

<110 degrees

Front

Which of the following can the NA do to help prevent the resident from choking?
Lay the person down to eat,
Rush the resident along with eating,
Cut the food into smaller pieces,
Take the dentures out

Back

Cut the food into smaller pieces