Safety in Healthcare-Medical Terminology

Which of the following is the primary goal of safety protocols in healthcare settings?

• To increase patient wait times

• To prevent harm to patients and staff

• To reduce the number of healthcare workers

• To limit patient access to care

What does the acronym PPE stand for in healthcare?

• Patient Protection Equipment

• Personal Protective Equipment

• Professional Practice Essentials

• Public Policy Enforcement

Which of the following is a common method to prevent the spread of infection in hospitals?

• Sharing medical equipment

• Hand hygiene

• Skipping patient identification

• Ignoring safety alarms

Which color code is typically used to indicate a fire emergency in a hospital?

• Code Blue

• Code Red

• Code Yellow

• Code Black

Which of the following is an example of a sharp object that requires special disposal in healthcare?

• Bandage

• Syringe needle

• Stethoscope

• Thermometer

A nurse is about to administer medication to a patient. What is the best way to ensure the correct patient receives the medication?

• Ask the patient’s roommate

• Check the patient’s identification band

• Guess based on the patient’s appearance

• Rely on memory

If a healthcare worker notices a wet floor in a hospital hallway, what should they do to prevent accidents?

• Ignore it and walk away

• Clean it up or report it immediately

• Wait for someone else to notice

• Cover it with paper towels

A patient is allergic to penicillin. How should this information be handled to ensure safety?

• Ignore the allergy

• Clearly document the allergy in the patient’s records and alert all care providers

• Only tell the patient’s family

• Assume the allergy is not serious

Which action best demonstrates the application of standard precautions when caring for all patients?

• Wearing gloves only for known infections

• Using gloves and hand hygiene for every patient contact

• Skipping hand hygiene if in a hurry

• Only using PPE for surgical procedures

A healthcare worker must lift a heavy box. Which technique should they use to prevent injury?

• Bend at the waist and lift quickly

• Bend at the knees and keep the back straight

• Twist the body while lifting

• Hold the box away from the body