BSN 225 Safety Exam Questions with Correct Answers

BSN 225 Safety Exam Questions with Correct Answers Question 1 of 5 Which cues would the nurse use to determine a patient's safety needs? Select all that apply. Subjective data related to the patient's symptoms Patient's family history Subjective information about the patient's chief complaint Patient's history of exposures to environmental hazards Objective assessment focused on the affected body systems - Answer-Subjective data related to the patient's symptoms Subjective information about the patient's chief complaint Patient's history of exposures to environmental hazards Objective assessment focused on the affected body systems Question 2 of 5 To specifically assess the patient's safety risks related to health issues, which question would the nurse ask? What safety concerns do you have? Have you ever had a seizure? Who else lives with you? Do you require assistance with bathing? - Answer-Have you ever had a seizure? Asking if the patient has ever had a seizure helps the nurse identify a health issue that can pose a risk to the patient's safety as patients may fall or injure themselves during seizures. Question 3 of 5 Which question would the nurse ask to assess a patient's understanding of the risks of chemicals? Where do you store your household cleaners? Do you know why you take your current set of medications? Are separate cutting surfaces used for cutting raw fish and meats? Do you have any safety concerns at home or work? - Answer-Where do you store your household cleaners? Asking where the patient stores household cleaners can help the nurse determine the patient's understanding of the risks of chemicals. Question 4 of 5 Educating patients about electrical cord safety is important in preventing which specific home safety hazard? Fire Outdoor safety hazards Carbon monoxide poisoning Biohazards - Answer-Fire Educating patients about electrical cord safety is important in preventing fires as frayed electrical cords can start fires. Question 5 of 5 To assess the patient's risk for exposure to biohazards in the home, which question would the nurse ask? Do you have air conditioning? What recreational activities do you engage in? Is there adequate outside lighting? Do you or does anyone in the home use hypodermic needles? - Answer-Do you or does anyone in the home use hypodermic needles? Asking about hypodermic needles helps the nurse identify the patient's risk for exposure to biohazards as used needles may be contaminated with blood and infectious microorganisms. Question 1 of 3 Which member of the interprofessional team would the nurse consult to evaluate a patient for safe performance of activities of daily living (ADLs)? Social worker Physical therapist Occupational therapist Unlicensed assistive personnel - Answer-Occupational therapist The occupational therapist evaluates the patient for safe performance of ADLs. Question 2 of 3 Which member of the interprofessional team would the nurse consult to evaluate a patient who is a fall risk? Health care provider Physical therapist Occupational therapist Unlicensed assistive personnel - Answer-Physical therapist The nurse collaborates with the physical therapist to evaluate a patient who is a fall risk. Question 3 of 3 During an assessment, the nurse learns that a patient and child are living in a car. Which member of the interprofessional team would the nurse consult with to evaluate these individuals? Health care provider Social worker Physical therapist Occupational therapist - Answer-Social worker The social worker is needed to assist the family related to a safe living situation. This is the priority given the current situation. Question 1 of 3 A fire prevention plan must include changing batteries in smoke alarms (detectors) at least every 6 months. - Answer-6 Question 2 of 3 Many hospitals use the acronym RACE to describe emergency fire response. Which terms stand for the letters in RACE? Rescue, Advise, Comfort, Expedite Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish Restrain, Action, Continue, Emergency Resuscitate, Action, Control, Emergency - Answer-Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish Question 3 of 3 Which action would the nurse take first when discovering a fire in a patient's room? Extinguish the fire. Contain the fire. Remove the patient from the room. Sound the alarm. - Answer-Remove the patient from the room. Removing the patient from the room is the first action a nurse would take when discovering a fire in the patient's room. Question 1 of 11 The nurse is caring for a 72-year-old patient who is on bed rest after hip surgery for an injury sustained from a fall at home. The patient has a history of diabetes and ongoing dementia. Upon assessment, the nurse notes an intravenous (IV) infusion, a nasogastric tube, and a urinary drainage catheter. According to the Morse Fall Scale, what is the patient's total score? - Answer-75 The patient is a high risk for falls: History of falling—25; Secondary diagnosis—15; Ambulatory aid—0; IV/heparin lock—20; Gait/transferring—0; Mental status—15 = 75 points.