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Question 1 of 54 An electrical plug not being grounded may cause a fire. True Question 2 of 54 Visitors need to be reminded not to smoke in a room with supplemental oxygen, even if the facility has a “No Smoking” policy. False Question 3 of 54 To prevent sparks, you must turn off electrical equipment before unplugging it. False Question 6 of 54 Disinfectants and cleaning solutions are hazardous substances. False Question 7 of 54 Warnings, words, pictures, and symbols on hazardous substances may be removed after opening the container. True Question 11 of 54 Always follow manufacturers’ instructions when using restraints. False
Question 13 of 54 A chemical restraint is a used to control behaviour or movement. Belt Jacket Medication Food Question 18 of 54 When a client’s clothing is on fire, you should the client and cover him or her with a Roll, curtain Hug, curtain Hug, blanket Roll, blanket Question 19 of 54 PSW Responsibilities or coat to smother the flames. PSW Responsibilities It is important to exercise personal safety measures at all times to avoid injury. If visiting a client in the home, one safety precau R Try to reason with the client or family member who is abusive or making sexual demands Position yourselfin the corner of the room Remove shoes or boots and throw them at the client if the client is being abusive Be cautious in hallways, elevators, and stairwells Question 20 of 54 Which is a good personal safety measure to take when driving to and from work? Never park near people; choose remote, empty areas. Never carry cash with you at any time. Do not take your keys out until you are at your car. Always use a seat belt. + Ragert wpectnt aamiors 0 omguRie 10 o sopprwacn
Question 21 of 54 If someone tries to force you into a vehicle, you should: Avoid resisting and go into the vehicle Crouch in a fetal position Cry softly m Push your thumbs into the attacker’s eyes Question 22 of 54 Accident risk factors include: m Impaired vision and hearing Suffocation Natural disasters Sleeping Question 23 of 54 Which of the following sets of factors puts a client at increased risk for falls? Confusion, disorientation, and memory problems Increased joint mobility and muscle strength Visual impairment, strange surroundings, and improved reaction time Regular exercise and diet habits, proper use of medications Question 25 of 54 Which factor increases a client’s risk of falling? Awareness of surroundings Muscle coordination Well-fitting footwear A history of falls PSW Responsibilities - Ragert sipectnt s 07 g 10 e S
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Question 27 of 54 A client who has balance problems is: Taking medication m At risk of falling At risk for memory problems Suffering from impaired hearing Question 28 of 54 Which of the following can help to prevent falls? Scatter rugs Clutter m Night lights Spills on the floor Question 29 of 54 A person has a chair alarm. Which is true? m You need to respond immediately to the alarm. Alarms reduce the need to watch the client. Alarms are used only at night. It serves the same purpose as a night light. Question 32 of 54 If a fire occurs, which of these steps should be done first? Announce “Fire” in a loud voice. Use a fire extinguisher to put out the fire. m Move people who are in danger to a safe place. Close all doors and windows.
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Question 39 of 54 Why should you avoid calling a client by name as a method of identifying the client? (Select all that apply) CORRECT CORRECT CORRECT Some clients with hearing difficulties may not hear you correctly. Some clients who are disoriented may answer to any name. Some clients may be confused and unaware of their name. Question 42 of 54 Under the occupational health and safety (OH&S) legislation, what must your employer do to ensure your safety? (Select all that CORRECT CORRECT CORRECT CORRECT CORRECT CORRECT Train and educate employees about these safety policies Have written safety policies Make sure that all necessary equipment is available and in good working order Respond to reports of workplace hazards Create a health and safety committee to identify workplace hazards and investigate accidents Warn employees about safety hazards and correcting these hazards whenever possible Question 43 of 54 OH&S legislation states the employee’s responsibilities are: (Select all that apply) CORRECT CORRECT CORRECT Decide which concerns should be addressed to the supervisor or the health and safety committee Complete an incident report after an accident in the specified time Follow all safety policies and procedures Use all recommended protective equipment and clothing Question 47 of 54 Call bells: (Select all that apply) CORRECT CORRECT Should always be placed within the client’s reach on her strong or dominant side Enable the client to call for assistance Can be removed from a client’s bedside if the staff are frequently alerted Can be ignored if the client is known to call needlessly Niiactinn 4Q nf £A Hoarding Disorder + Porsston anwaty and Gistress i paring anmats regardiess of with possessions or It vwhe + Can lead 1 health problerms & strained « Client thoughes indude Mems e urvque and wil be seeded in ture Ioms have seseanental v Ancs g wastehd Hoarding Disorder + Persston anwiaty and Sstress v pardng with possessons or anmaks regardiess of tua vwe * Can lead 1 heakth prodierms & straned + Cliene thoughes indude Items are urwque and wil be seeded i fture wao nemtal Hoarding Disorder « Porvton anwaty and Sstress i paring e possessons or anemas regardess of sctual vahe « Can lead 1 health prodlers & wrained « Clione thoughes indude Nems ae uregue and wil be seeded i future A bnrg wasiehd Foel saler i s
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Question 49 of 54 Restraints may be used only: (Select all that apply) CORRECT CORRECT VU When the client is in imminent danger of harming others When absolutely necessary When a client actively threatens to harm himself When a client is refusing to eat As a last resort and after less-restrictive measures have failed