Nur 170 (Fundamentals)- Exam 5
Graded A 2026
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Joint Commission
the organization responsible for evaluating and accrediting health-care
organizations & programs in the US
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National Patient Safety Goals
address specific safety problems
-identifying pt correctly, improving staff communication, using meds safely,
using alarms safely, preventing infections, identifying pt safety risks, &
preventing mistakes in surgery
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Guidelines for use of restraints
-check pt & skin every 30 minutes
-remove restraint q 2 hours
-document all actions
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Delegation of restraints
can delegate checks & released to a CNA or UAP but you need to supervise the
assistant by following up & ensuring checks are being done
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application of restraints
-must have a doctors order
-insert 2 fingers between body and restraint
-always tied in quick release knot
-always according to facility policy
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Types of fire extinguishers
-A: Paper, wood, fabric, trash
-B: Combustible liquids (oil/gas)
-C: Electrical
-D: Powders, flakes, or shaving of metal
-K: Kitchen fires due to cooking fluids
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Fire extinguisher, Type A:
Paper, wood, fabric, trash
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Fire Extinguisher, Type B:
combustible liquids (oil, gasoline)
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