HCA Chapter 22 Safety Test Questions with Correct Answers

Bed rails - The metal or plastic sides of a hospital bed that are used to make prevent a client from falling out of bed. Environment Restraints - Barriers, furniture, or devices that prevent a client from having free movement. Hazardous material - Any substance that presents a physical hazard or a health hazard in the workplace. Incident report/Occurence Report - A report submitted whenever an accident, error, or unexpected problem arises in the workplace. Call bell - A safety device for clients in facilities that enable them to notify staff that they need assistance. Chemical restraints - Medication that is ordered by a doctor and given to a client to control unsafe, undesirable, or bizarre behaviour or movement Mobility - The ability move around. OH&S (occupational health and safety)legislation - Federal and provincial laws designed to protect employees from injuries and accidents in the workplace; these laws outline the rights and responsibilities of employers, supervisors, and workers.