Ongoing assessment and evaluation
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Four-step procedure for detecting changes in a patient's condition
Review fire safety (RACE) and electrical safety see book and PPT
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Electrical & anesthesia-related fires most common in hospitals
R - rescue patient from danger
A - activate alarm
C - contain fire
E - evacuate patients, extinguish fire (if you can)
Three types of extinguishers
A-for wood and paper
B-for flammable liquids such as anesthetic gas or paint
C-for electrical
ABC-all of the above
Use of fire extinguisher
P - pull pin
A - aim
S - squeeze handle
S - sweep
Fire safety (RACE) & electrical safety
Prevention is the key to fire safety
Fires in health care settings are typically electrical or anesthetic related
Health care agencies need to routinely check and maintain all electrical
devices
Safety data sheets (SDSs) are available for each hazardous chemical in the
workplace.
Know the procedure giving a bed-bath
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1. Assess environment for safety (e.g., check room for spills, make sure that
equipment is working properly and bed is in locked, low position) and
provide privacy.
2 Perform hand hygiene and apply clean gloves if there is a risk of
exposure to body fluids.
3 Disposable bed-bath.
A. Position patient supine or in a position of comfort. Warm package in a
, microwave, following package directions. The cleansing pack contains 8 to
10 pre-moistened towels.
B. Use a single towel for each general body part cleansed.
C. Allow skin to air dry for 30 seconds. Lightly cover patient with bath towel
to prevent chilling.
D. Note: If there is excessive soiling (e.g., in perineal region), use an extra
cleansing pack or conventional washcloths, soap and water, and towels.
What are patient fall risk factors?
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•Neurologic Disorders; history of previous fall. Urinary Urgency or
Incontinence; use of sedatives, antihypertensive and analgesics; history of
unsteady gait; use of assistive devices; history of orthostatic hypotension;
memory deficits.
How do you shave a patient?
Safety measures?
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Use an electric razor for patients at risk for bleeding.
> inspect the condition of hair and scalp
>assess patients hair care and shaving preference
Be familiar with "core measures"
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, •CORE MEASURES: care standards that set a standard for certain patient
measurements for medication or administration of care. for example: the
standard care given to a person of a particular age in preparation of a fall.
Recognize important safety measures that a nurse applies when bathing a patient in
the shower
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shower-
Assess patient's fall risk status, consider patient's condition, and review
orders for precautions concerning his or her movement or positioning. A
health care provider's order usually is needed for tub bath or shower.
Check tub or shower for cleanliness. Place rubber mat on tub or shower
bottom. Place skid-proof disposable bath mat or towel on floor in front of
tub or shower. Help patient to bathroom if necessary. Have him or her wear
robe and skid-proof slippers to bathroom. Demonstrate how to use call
signal for assistance. Place "occupied" sign on bathroom door. Turn shower
on and adjust water temperature before he or she enters shower stall. Use
shower seat or tub chair if available
ANA Code of Ethics Provision 3
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•3: the nurse Promotes, Advocates For, and Protects the rights, health, and
safety of the patient // "review policies, no near misses, disclose errors to
patient, and use the chain of command"
Know the procedure for making an unoccupied and occupied bed
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Four-step procedure for detecting changes in a patient's condition
Review fire safety (RACE) and electrical safety see book and PPT
,Give this one a try later!
Electrical & anesthesia-related fires most common in hospitals
R - rescue patient from danger
A - activate alarm
C - contain fire
E - evacuate patients, extinguish fire (if you can)
Three types of extinguishers
A-for wood and paper
B-for flammable liquids such as anesthetic gas or paint
C-for electrical
ABC-all of the above
Use of fire extinguisher
P - pull pin
A - aim
S - squeeze handle
S - sweep
Fire safety (RACE) & electrical safety
Prevention is the key to fire safety
Fires in health care settings are typically electrical or anesthetic related
Health care agencies need to routinely check and maintain all electrical
devices
Safety data sheets (SDSs) are available for each hazardous chemical in the
workplace.
Know the procedure giving a bed-bath
Give this one a try later!
1. Assess environment for safety (e.g., check room for spills, make sure that
equipment is working properly and bed is in locked, low position) and
provide privacy.
2 Perform hand hygiene and apply clean gloves if there is a risk of
exposure to body fluids.
3 Disposable bed-bath.
A. Position patient supine or in a position of comfort. Warm package in a
, microwave, following package directions. The cleansing pack contains 8 to
10 pre-moistened towels.
B. Use a single towel for each general body part cleansed.
C. Allow skin to air dry for 30 seconds. Lightly cover patient with bath towel
to prevent chilling.
D. Note: If there is excessive soiling (e.g., in perineal region), use an extra
cleansing pack or conventional washcloths, soap and water, and towels.
What are patient fall risk factors?
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•Neurologic Disorders; history of previous fall. Urinary Urgency or
Incontinence; use of sedatives, antihypertensive and analgesics; history of
unsteady gait; use of assistive devices; history of orthostatic hypotension;
memory deficits.
How do you shave a patient?
Safety measures?
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Use an electric razor for patients at risk for bleeding.
> inspect the condition of hair and scalp
>assess patients hair care and shaving preference
Be familiar with "core measures"
Give this one a try later!
, •CORE MEASURES: care standards that set a standard for certain patient
measurements for medication or administration of care. for example: the
standard care given to a person of a particular age in preparation of a fall.
Recognize important safety measures that a nurse applies when bathing a patient in
the shower
Give this one a try later!
shower-
Assess patient's fall risk status, consider patient's condition, and review
orders for precautions concerning his or her movement or positioning. A
health care provider's order usually is needed for tub bath or shower.
Check tub or shower for cleanliness. Place rubber mat on tub or shower
bottom. Place skid-proof disposable bath mat or towel on floor in front of
tub or shower. Help patient to bathroom if necessary. Have him or her wear
robe and skid-proof slippers to bathroom. Demonstrate how to use call
signal for assistance. Place "occupied" sign on bathroom door. Turn shower
on and adjust water temperature before he or she enters shower stall. Use
shower seat or tub chair if available
ANA Code of Ethics Provision 3
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•3: the nurse Promotes, Advocates For, and Protects the rights, health, and
safety of the patient // "review policies, no near misses, disclose errors to
patient, and use the chain of command"
Know the procedure for making an unoccupied and occupied bed
