Safety procedures

COURSE ESSENTIAL STANDARD OBJECTIVE ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS

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Healthcare foundation standards, safety, and infection control 2.00 B2 14% Understand safety and infection control procedures. 2.01 B2 7% Understand safety procedures.  What considerations are necessary for patient, healthcare professional and environmental safety?  What are some safety guidelines for illness and injury prevention?  How do some regulatory agencies function as providers of healthcare and as healthcare regulatory agencies? Unpacked Content

Safety considerations A. Patient safety B. Healthcare professional safety 1. General guidelines 2. Ergonomics 3. Body mechanics C. Environmental safety 1. General guidelines 2. Hazardous materials 3. Basic emergency response 4. Fire safety 5. Other emergency procedures Safety guidelines A. Illness and injury prevention B. Regulatory agencies review 1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) 2. Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) 3. International and National Joint Commission on Safety 4. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 5. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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Current Events Review • Distribute the handout. • Students will read a current news article related to safety issues in healthcare and complete the handout. • Students will present the information in the article to the class. • Facilitate discussion of the articles as an introduction to the unit. • Possible topics for discussion include but are not limited to o Work related injuries and the primary causes of these injuries o Costs of work related injuries o Top sentinel events o Costs of patient injuries o How can safety impact these issues? • Facilitate discussion on the impact of safety on healthcare. Patient Safety Considerations • Distribute the handout. • Present the PowerPoint Presentation. • Facilitate discussion on patient safety. • Students will record notes and class discussion on the handout. Healthcare Professional Safety Considerations • Distribute the handout. • Present the PowerPoint

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RELEVANCY TO OBJECTIVE Student will UNDERSTAND (B2) the impact of safety on healthcare.

RESOURCES Internet Newspaper Journals Suggested sources:  Joint Commission Journal on Quality  Patient Safety Quality and Safety in Health Care 2.01 Current Events Review Handout

Students will UNDERSTAND (B2) safety concerns related to patient safety considerations.

2.01 Safety Considerations PowerPoint Presentation 2.01 Patient and Healthcare Professional Safety Considerations Handout (Note: this handout will be used for Activity # 3.)

Students will UNDERSTAND (B2) safety concerns related to healthcare professional safety considerations.

2.01 Healthcare Professional Safety PowerPoint Presentation 2.01 Patient and Healthcare

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Presentation. • Facilitate discussion on healthcare professional safety. • Students will record notes and class discussion on the handout. Body Mechanics • Present PowerPoint Presentation. • Facilitate discussion about body mechanics. • Distribute the handout. 1- review the handout 2-demonstrate the skill 3-provide for guided practice 4-provide for independent practice 5-verify student passing Body Mechanics Rules! • Distribute the handout. • Students will complete the table with the correct placement of Body Mechanics Rules! Environmental Safety • Distribute the handout. • Present the PowerPoint Presentation. • Facilitate discussion on general guidelines and signs and symbols of hazardous materials. • Students will record notes and class discussion on the handout. Signs and Symbols Matching • Distribute the handout. • Students will complete the handout by following the

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RESOURCES Professional Safety Considerations Handout and KEY

Students will APPLY (C3) the importance of proper body mechanics for the healthcare professional.

2.01 Body Mechanics PowerPoint Presentation

Students will UNDERSTAND (B2) the proper safety procedures related to body mechanics.

2.01 Body Mechanics Rules! Handout and KEY

Students will UNDERSTAND (B2) the proper safety procedures related to hazardous materials, signs and symbols, and Material Safety Data Sheets.

2.01 Environmental Safety PowerPoint Presentation

Students will UNDERSTAND (B2) the correct use of safety signs and symbols.

2.01 Signs and Symbols Matching Handout and KEY

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2.01 Body Mechanics Handout

2.0 Environmental Safety Considerations Handout

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ACTIVITIES directions on the handout. • This activity may be used for class review or as a quiz. • Grade as indicated. 8. MSDS Information • Explain the MSDS Activity as per the Teacher Resource. • Distribute the handout. • Students will choose an item from the list provided or as approved by the teacher. Using the MSDS information, the student will complete the information requested on the handout. • Students will briefly present and compare the information gathered. • Facilitate discussion. 9. Basic Emergency Response • Present the PowerPoint Presentation. • Facilitate discussion about basic emergency response, providing students with examples of appropriate responses. • Students will record notes and class discussion in their notebooks. 10. Fire Safety • Distribute the handout. • Present the PowerPoint Presentation. • Facilitate discussion. • Students will record notes and class discussion on the handout.

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Students will UNDERSTAND (B2) the components of the Material Safety Data Sheets.

RESOURCES

2.01 MSDS Activity Teacher Resource List 2.01 MSDS Information Handout

Students will UNDERSTAND (B2) basic emergency response guidelines.

2.01 Basic Emergency Response PowerPoint Presentation Student notebooks

Students will UNDERSTAND (B2) the proper safety procedures to use in case of a fire.

2.01 Fire Safety PowerPoint Presentation 2.01 Fire Safety Handout

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ACTIVITIES 11. Use of Fire Extinguisher Skill • Present PowerPoint Presentation. • Facilitate discussion about using a fire extinguisher. • Distribute the handout. 1- review the handout 2-demonstrate the skill 3-provide for guided practice 4-provide for independent practice 5-verify student passing 12. Guest Speaker K • Invite a guest speaker from the local fire department to discuss local fire safety issues. • Prior to the visit, distribute the handout. • In preparation for the guest speaker, the students will reflect as described on the handout. • When the guest arrives, the students will use the handout to record notes and class discussion. 13. Other Emergency Procedures • Distribute the handout. • Present the PowerPoint Presentation. • Facilitate discussion related to other emergency procedures. • Students will record their notes and class discussion on the handout. 14. Safety Scenarios • Distribute the handout.

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RESOURCES

Students will APPLY (C1) the proper safety procedures to use a fire extinguisher.

2.01 Use of Fire Extinguisher Handout

Students will UNDERSTAND (B2) the importance of fire safety within the community.

2.01 Guest Speaker Form Handout

Students will UNDERSTAND (B2) other emergency procedures.

2.01 Other Emergency Procedures PowerPoint Presentation 2.01 Other Emergency Procedures Handout

Students will UNDERSTAND (B2) the different patient,

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2.01 Safety Scenarios Handout

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Present the first scenario to the students and discuss the safety violations. • Students will evaluate the other scenarios to identify the safety violations in the healthcare setting. • Upon completion of the activity, review each scenario with the students. • Allow students to present their answers and discuss options. 15. Regulatory Agencies • Present the PowerPoint Presentation. • Facilitate discussion about how some of these agencies have more than one function, both as providers of healthcare and as healthcare regulatory agencies. • Students will record class discussion in their notebooks. 16. National Patient Safety Goals • Distribute or show digitally both handouts. • Show the Universal Protocol Video at the site listed in the Resources. • Facilitate discussion of the 2011 National Patient Safety Goals in both an ambulatory and hospital setting. • Students will compare the goals in their notebooks.

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RESOURCES

healthcare professional and environmental safety considerations.

Students will UNDERSTAND (B2) the specific roles of regulatory agencies.

2.01 Safety Guidelines Regulatory Agencies Review PowerPoint Presentation Student notebooks

Students will UNDERSTAND (B2) the impact of regulatory agencies on the safety of healthcare facilities.

2011 Ambulatory Care National Patient Safety Goals Handout 2011 Hospital National Patient Safety Goals Handout Universal Protocol Video http://www.youtube.com/wat ch? v=WiSdBzXE9EA&feature=r elated 9.26 min

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2.01 Current Events Review Handout

Name ________________ Date _________________

Directions: Select an article from an approved source. Read the entire article carefully. Answer the following questions related to your findings in the article. 1. Write the complete title. ________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ 2. Write three (3) key sentences from the article. ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ 4. What is the article about? _______________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ 5. Copy one sentence from your selection that gives the main idea or “punch line” of the article. _____________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ 6. What were the work related injuries cited in this article? _______________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ 7. What were the costs of these injuries? Who paid these costs? __________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ 8. How can the practice of safety measures impact these costs? __________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ 9. What information about health care will society learn from the article? __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ 10. Please attach a copy of the article.

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2.01 Patient and Healthcare Professional Safety Considerations Handout

Name ________________ Date _________________

Directions: Record notes and class discussion related to patient and healthcare professional safety considerations. Patient Safety 1. ________________________________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________________________________ 3. ________________________________________________________________ 4. ________________________________________________________________ 5. ________________________________________________________________ Healthcare Professional Safety 1. ________________________________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________________________________ 3. ________________________________________________________________ 4. ________________________________________________________________ 5. ________________________________________________________________ 6. ________________________________________________________________ 7. ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ Ergonomics __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ Personal components: 1. ________________________________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________________________________ 3. ________________________________________________________________ 4. ________________________________________________________________ Workplace design: 1. ________________________________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________________________________ 3. ________________________________________________________________ 4. _______________________________________ ____________________________

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2.01 Patient and Healthcare Professional Safety Considerations Handout KEY Examples will vary

Name ________________ Date _________________

Directions: Record notes and class discussion related to patient, and healthcare professional safety considerations. Patient Safety 1. Perform only procedures for which you have been trained _____________ 2. Always identify patient_________________________________________ 3. Explain procedures and make sure patient understands _______________ 4. Observe patient for response to treatment __________________________ 5. Make sure patient is safe before leaving them _______________________ Healthcare Professional Safety 1. Walk, don’t run_______________________________________________ 2. Report injury, accident or unsafe situation__________________________ 3. Wash hands frequently________________________________________ 4. Wear safety glasses when risk of eye injury________________________ 5. Avoid “horseplay”_____________________________________________ 6. Always follow instructions carefully_______________________________ 7. Use correct posture and good body mechanics______________________ Body mechanics is the efficient movement and balance of the body______ Ergonomics __The study of workplace design and equipment used by employees that contribute to comfort, efficiency, safety, and ease of use________________________ Personal components include: 1. _comfort_________________________________________________________ 2. _good posture_____________________________________________________ 3. _exercise to prevent stiffness and soreness______________________________ 4. _body mechanics__________________________________________________ Workplace design: 1. __comfort________________________________________________________ 2. __placement of furniture for ease of work________________________________ 3. __avoidance of repetitive motions_____________________________________ 4. __awareness of hazards in the environment_____________________________

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2.01 Body Mechanics Handout

Name _____________________

1. Demonstrates broad base of support: a. Keeps feet 6"-8" apart b. Puts one foot slightly forward c. Points toes in direction of movement

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2. Picks up heavy object: a. Gets close to object b. Maintains broad base of support c. Bends from hips and knees d. Uses strongest muscles

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3. Carries heavy object: a. Keeps object close to the body b. Uses strongest muscles

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4. Changes direction: a. Maintains broad base of support b. Turns with feet and entire body

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5. Places heavy object: a. Keeps close to body b. Maintains broad base of support c. Bends from hips and knees d. Keeps back straight e. Uses strongest muscles

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6. Pushes heavy object: a. Gets close to object b. Maintains broad base of support c. Uses weight of body d. Keeps back straight

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Students must safely complete 90% of the steps to pass. Passing date _________________ Evaluator ____________________ Comments:

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Body Mechanics Rules! Handout

Name ________________ Date _________________

Directions: Complete the table below with the Body Mechanics rules placed in the correct category from the list below. Read the options carefully. Correct Technique

Incorrect Technique

Twist the body to change direction

Lift with your back muscles

Pivot feet to change direction

Bend at the hips and knees

Bend at waist

Use two hands to lift

Carry objects close to body

Hold objects away from body

Keep feet together

Point toes in direction of movement

Push object with one hand

Look straight ahead while pulling object

Lean into push with whole body

Push with your arms straight

Lift Heavy Items alone

Keep shoulders back and chin up

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Body Mechanics Rules! Handout KEY

Name ________________ Date _________________

Directions: Complete the table below with the Body Mechanics rules placed in the correct category from the list below. Read the options carefully. Correct Technique Pivot feet to change direction

Incorrect Technique Twist the body to change direction

Carry objects close to body

Bend at waist

Lean into push with whole body

Keep feet together

Bend at the hips and knees

Push object with one hand

Use two hands to lift

Lift Heavy Items alone

Point toes in direction of movement

Lift with your back muscles

Look straight ahead while pulling object

Hold objects away from body

Keep shoulders back and chin up

Push with your arms straight

Twist the body to change direction

Lift with your back muscles

Pivot feet to change direction

Bend at the hips and knees

Bend at waist

Use two hands to lift

Carry objects close to body

Hold objects away from body

Keep feet together

Point toes in direction of movement

Push object with one hand

Look straight ahead while pulling object

Lean into push with whole body

Push with your arms straight

Lift heavy items alone

Keep shoulders back and chin up

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2.01 Environmental Safety General Guidelines Handout

Name ________________ Date _________________

Directions: Record notes and examples about environmental safety considerations while viewing the PowerPoint presentation. Illustrate signs and symbols on the back of the handout. Environmental Safety 1. ________________________________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________________________________ 3. ________________________________________________________________ 4. ________________________________________________________________ 5. ________________________________________________________________ 6. ________________________________________________________________ 7. ________________________________________________________________

Hazardous Materials Handling Liquids 1. ________________________________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________________________________ 3. ________________________________________________________________ Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) 1.

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2.01 Environmental Safety General Guidelines Handout KEY Examples will vary

Name ________________ Date _________________

Directions: Record notes and examples about environmental safety considerations while viewing the PowerPoint presentation. Illustrate signs and symbols on the back of the handout. Environmental Safety 1.

Read and understand Policy and Procedure manuals _________________

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Never operate equipment unless trained to do so ____________________

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Never use electrical equipment near water_________________________

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Observe all safety precautions___________________________________

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Maintain a safe, clean and orderly work environment _________________

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Frequently check for safety hazards in patient and visitor areas _________

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Report unsafe situations_______________________________________

Hazardous Materials Handling Liquids 1.

Read label at least three times___________________________________

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Never mix solutions___________________________________________

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Store solutions in a locked cabinet ________________________________

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) 1.

Required by OSHA____________________________________________

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Identify product_______________________________________________

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List precautions______________________________________________

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Give instructions for use________________________________________

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Procedures for cleanup and disposal, if spilled ______________________

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Emergency care instructions, if injured____________________________

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2.01 Signs and Symbols Matching Handout

Name ________________ Date _________________

Directions: Match the scenario given below with the sign that is appropriate for the situation described. Some scenarios may require more than one sign. Signs will be used more than once.

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_______ __________ A. Frank was admitted to the hospital with fever, night sweats and productive sputum. He is placed in an isolation room. B. Lisa received multiple injuries in an automobile accident. She was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit following the surgery to repair her injuries. C. Jason works in the hospital’s housekeeping department. He regularly processes contaminated items. Which sign would Jason see? D. Molly found the exam room door closed. She was unable to enter the room because she did not have the proper apron to protect herself. E. If equipment is broken or damaged, Libby should find this sign attached. F. Brian needed to get Mr. Smith out of bed. Mr. Smith has a Staphylococcal infection of his lower leg. Brian found this sign on Mr. Smith’s door.

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2.01 Signs and Symbols Matching Name ________________ Handout KEY Date _________________ Directions: Match the scenario given below with the sign that is appropriate for the situation described. Some scenarios may require more than one sign. Signs will be used more than once.

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___E___ ____A_____ A. Frank was admitted to the hospital with fever, night sweats and productive sputum. He is placed in an isolation room. B. Lisa received multiple injuries in an automobile accident. She was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit following the surgery to repair her injuries. C. Jason works in the hospital’s housekeeping department. He regularly processes contaminated items. Which sign would Jason see? D. Molly found the exam room door closed. She was unable to enter the room because she did not have the proper apron to protect herself. E. If equipment is broken or damaged, Libby should find this sign attached. F. Brian needed to get Mr. Smith out of bed. Mr. Smith has a Staphylococcal infection of his lower leg. Brian found this sign on Mr. Smith’s door.

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Ethanol 2.01 MSDS Activity

Xerox

Teacher Resource List

Caffeine Students may choose a specific product from Proctor thisand list Gamble or a company, from which they will choose a product. Students may choose a household product. All products should be Diethyl ether approved by the teacher prior to completing Dow Chemical the Material Safety Data Sheet activity. Paint Bristol-Myers Squibb Isopropyl Alcohol

Exxon

Betadine

Eastman Kodak

2.01 MSDS Information Handout

Name ________________ Date _________________

Directions: Choose an item from the list provided or as approved by your teacher. Using the MSDS, identify the following information: 1. Product Description _________________________________________________________________

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_________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ Potential Health Hazards _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ Precautions _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ Clean up procedure _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ Disposal _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ Emergency Care (if injured) _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________

2.01 MSDS Information Handout SAMPLE KEY

Name ________________ Date _________________

Answers will vary. This information refers to Clorox. Directions: Choose an item from the list provided or as approved by your teacher. Using the MSDS, identify the following information: 1. Product Description:

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Clorox Regular Bleach; Clear, light yellow liquid with a characteristic chlorine odor. 2. Potential Health Hazards May cause severe irritation or damage to eyes and skin. Vapor may irritate. Harmful if swallowed. Keep out of reach of children. 3. Precautions No special protections or precautions have been identified for using this product under directed consumer use conditions. Hygienic Practices: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Wash hands after direct contact. Use general ventilation. 4. Clean up procedure Control spill. Containerize liquid and use absorbents on residual liquid; dispose appropriately. Wash area and let dry. 5. Disposal Dispose of in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. 6. Emergency Care if injured Eye Contact: Hold eye open and rinse with water for 15-20 minutes. Call a physician. Skin Contact: Wash skin with water for 15-20 minutes. If irritation develops, call a physician. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Drink a glassful of water. If irritation develops, call a physician. Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is affected, call a physician.

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2.01 Fire Safety Handout

Name ________________ Date __________________

Directions: Record notes and examples about fire safety while viewing the 2.01 Understand safety procedures PowerPoint presentation. Needs of a Fire ____________

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____Fire____ Extinguishers: Classes & Types

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2.01 Fire Safety page 2 Handout

Name ________________ Date _________________

 R A C E

Fire Emergency Plan ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________

 P A S S

Use of Fire Extinguisher ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________

 Fire Prevention 1. ______________________________________________________________ 2. ______________________________________________________________ 3. ______________________________________________________________ 4. ______________________________________________________________ 5. ______________________________________________________________

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2.01 Fire Safety Handout

Name ________________ Date __________________

Directions: Record notes and examples about fire safety while viewing the 2.01 Understand safety procedures PowerPoint presentation. Needs of a Fire ____HEAT____

___FUEL_____

__Oxygen___

____Fire____ Extinguishers: Classes And Uses

_____A______ ___used on__ combustibles_ _____________ _____________ Examples:___ wood, paper_ cloth________ _____________

_____B______ ___ used on__ flammable___ liquids______ ___________ Examples:___ paint, gas, oil, grease_______ ____________

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______D_____ _ used on___ burning or___ combustible__ metals_______ Examples:___ magnesium__ sodium______ _____________

____ABC____ __ used on___ a combination of fires______ Examples:___ multipurpose_ _____________ _____________ _____________

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2.01 Fire Safety page 2 Handout

Name ________________ Date _________________

KEY

 R A C E

Fire Emergency Plan Rescue/Remove anyone in danger_____________________________________ Activate the alarm__________________________________________________ Contain the fire____________________________________________________ Extinguish the fire/Evacuate the area___________________________________

 P A S S

Use of Fire Extinguisher Pull the pin_______________________________________________________ Aim at the base of the fire____________________________________________ Squeeze the handle________________________________________________ Sweep side to side at the base of the fire________________________________

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Fire Prevention Obey “No Smoking” rules____________________________________________ Extinguish flames completely_________________________________________ Dispose of wastes properly___________________________________________ Prevent clutter_____________________________________________________ Do not block exits__________________________________________________

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2.01 Use of Fire Extinguisher Handout

Name ________________

1. Identifies nearest alarm box

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2. Verbalizes correct hospital fire policy for calling an alarm

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3. Points out locations of fire extinguishers

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4. Selects correct extinguisher for the following types of fires: a. Burning paper b. Burning oil c. Electrical fire

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5. Simulates the operation of an extinguisher: a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h.

Checks type Releases lock Holds firmly Stands 6-10 ft. away from edge Aims at fire Discharges correctly Uses side-to-side motion Sprays at near edge

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6. Replaces or has extinguisher recharged after use

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Note: Fire safety may be taught by the hospital/health facility fire marshal using facility criteria in the determination of passing. Students must safely complete 90% of the steps to pass.

Passing date __________ Evaluator ____________________ Comments:

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2.01 Guest Speaker Form Handout

Name ________________ Date _________________

Directions: Answer the following questions based on the speaker’s area of study. Be sure to complete the pre-reflection activity before the guest speaker arrives. Pre-reflection (What do you know about this speaker’s subject? What would you like to know?) _____________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ Speaker’s name _______________________________________________________ Occupation ___________________________________________________________ Place of employment ___________________________________________________ Notes from speaker’s presentation ________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ Questions you would like to ask __________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________

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2.01 Other Emergency Procedures Handout

Name ________________ Date _________________

Directions: Record notes and class discussion about other emergency procedures.

_ Chemical Injury

____ Spills_____ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ __

to Eye

_______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ __________ ________ __________ __________ __________ __________ __________ ____

Foreign Body in Eye

_______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _________

__________ __________ __________ __________ __________ __________ ____

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Blood and Body Fluids Exposure

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Illness and Injury Prevention Employer Responsibility Employee Responsibility

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2.01 Other Emergency Procedures Handout KEY

Name ________________ Date _________________

Directions: Record notes and class discussion about other emergency procedures.

Spills

Chemical Injury to Eye

-Get the MSDS -Follow the procedure for cleaning up the spill & disposing of products –Report the incident to

-Do not remove object -Seek immediate medical attention -Notify supervisor

supervisor -Receive first aid

_Provide for the safety of yourself and __________ Blood and Body others_____ __Follow_ Fluids Exposure __________ agency__ -Wash or flush with procedures water _________ -Report exposure to

Foreign Body in Eye

_Stay calm_ ___________ ___

-Do not remove object -Seek immediate medical attention -Notify supervisor

supervisor -Discuss with facility’s exposure control

manager -Follow appropriate post exposure treatment

_________________ _________________ _________________ _________________ _________________ _________________ _________________ Illness and Injury Prevention _________________ _______ Employer Responsibility Employee Responsibility Have an Illness and Injury Prevention Plan Use products as directed Provide training regarding plan Understand potential hazards Provide safety equipment for the employee Store products and equipment properly Have the right to immunizations if high-risk

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exposure within the first 10 days of work

2.01 Safety Scenarios Handout

Name ________________ Date _________________

Directions: Identify the safety violations in each of the following case scenarios. Record your answers in the space provided. 1. Nurse Sally entered the room to take the patient’s vital signs. She lowered the side rails of the bed, completed the procedure, and left the room. She immediately went to care for the next patient. What patient safety violations Nurse Sally commit? A. B. C. D.

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2. Michael is a central service technician at the main storage warehouse for a major hospital. He moved ten 100 pound boxes by himself. Michael injured his back, but did not tell his supervisor. What healthcare professional safety violations did Michael commit? A. _______________________________________________________________________ _ B. _______________________________________________________________________ _ C. _______________________________________________________________________ _ 3. Jasmine, a physical therapist, just got a new ultrasound machine. She immediately used the new ultrasound machine on her next patient. What environmental safety violations did Jasmine commit? A. _______________________________________________________________________ _ B. _______________________________________________________________________ _ 4. John, the new physical therapist, needed to get Lacey out of bed. John went in to Julia’s room and got her up. Julia fell. What patient safety violations did John commit? A. ________________________________________________________________ B. ________________________________________________________________ C. ________________________________________________________________

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5. Henri was emptying a chemical solution in the laboratory. The solution splashed into his eyes. He rinsed his eyes at the eye wash station and returned to his work bench. What healthcare professional safety violations did Henri commit? A. ________________________________________________________________ B. ________________________________________________________________ 2.01 Safety Case Scenarios Handout KEY

Name ________________ Date _________________

Directions: Identify the safety violations in each of the following case scenarios. Record your answers in the space provided. 1. Nurse Sally entered the room to take the patient’s vital signs. She lowered the side rails of the bed, completed the procedure, and left the room. She immediately went to care for the next patient. What patient safety violations Nurse Sally commit? A. B. C. D.

Did not identify the patient______________________________________________ Did not raise the side rails after the procedure _______________________________ Did not place the call bell within the patient’s reach ___________________________ Did not explain procedure to the patient____________________________________

2. Michael is a central service technician at the central warehouse for a major hospital. He moved ten 100 pound boxes by himself. Michael injured his back, but did not tell his supervisor. What healthcare professional safety violations did Michael commit? A. Did not get assistance for lifting heavy objects______________________________ B. Did not report injury___________________________________________________ C. Need to check body mechanics__________________________________________ 3. Jasmine, a physical therapist, just got a new ultrasound machine. She used the ultrasound machine on her next patient as soon as she opened the box. What environmental safety violations did Jasmine commit? A. Did not read policy manual prior to using machine ___________________________ B. Operated equipment before being trained to do so ___________________________ 4. John, the new physical therapist, needed to get Lacey out of bed. John went in to Julia’s room and got her up. Julia fell. What patient safety rules were violated? A. Did not identify patient________________________________________________ B. Did not explain procedure_____________________________________________ C. Did not observe for response to treatment_________________________________

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5. Henri was emptying a chemical solution in the laboratory. The solution splashed into his eyes. He rinsed his eyes at the eye wash station and returned to his work bench. What healthcare professional safety violations did Henri commit? A. Did not wear safety glasses____________________________________________ B. Did not report incident to his supervisor___________________________________

2.01 Prototype Assessment Items Note: These items illustrate the types of items used in the item bank for this objective. All items have been written to match the cognitive process of the understand verb in the objective. Questions require students to interpret, summarize or explain safety procedures. These exact questions will not be used on the secured test, but questions in similar formats will be used. These assessment items may be used as prototypes by teachers and students to generate similar items to comprise formative assessments for you classroom. This strategy is especially helpful during the field test year when classroom item banks are not available. Results of formative assessment should be used to diagnose levels of mastery, determine if re-teaching is needed, and guide further instruction. 1.

The healthcare professional is careful to lift with large muscles and stand with feet 8-12 inches apart. This is an effective use of: a. body mechanics. b. general safety guidelines. c. patient safety. d. the ergonomics program. Answer: D

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Which action indicates that the healthcare professional has a good understanding of safety guidelines? a. Leaves siderail down on patient’s bed b. Reports unsafe situation c. Runs in the hallway d. Uses Clorox for patient cleansing Answer: B

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Which action by the healthcare professional indicates that they adhere to environmental safety guidelines? a. Accumulates trash until the end to the shift b. Always gets training before using new equipment c. Forgets to up out the wet floor sign d. Misplaced the Policy and Procedure Manual

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Answer: B

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