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What does the skin protect against? Prevents bacteria and other substances from entering the body. Prevents excess water from leaving the body Helps regulate body temp The hips and shoulders are ___ joints. ball and socket When you're lifting a heavy object, what should you do? Lift from your legs. Bend knees and squat What do you do to the bed when you're giving bedside care? Lift the bed to a comfortable level To protect yourself from injury, it is best to Avoid twisting Regu...

nursing assistant - CORRECT ANSWER-a person who has passed a nursing assistant training and competency evaluation program (NATCEP); performs delegated nursing tasks under the supervision of a licensed nurse nursing team - CORRECT ANSWER-Those who provide nursing care--RNs, LPNs/LVNs, and nursing assistants registered nurse (RN) - CORRECT ANSWER-A nurse who has completed a 2-, 3-, or 4- year nursing program and has passed a licensing test surveyor - CORRECT ANSWER-A person who collects inf...

to sit in a chair, the person must be able to - CORRECT ANSWER-hold the upper body and head upright friction and shearing can lead to - CORRECT ANSWER-infection and pressure injuries a resident is 88 years old. the person weighs 195 pounds and is weak. how many workers are needed to move the person up in bed - CORRECT ANSWER-at least 2 and a friction-reducing device a person has arthritis. you need to turn the person onto their right side. which technique is used a. logrolling b. the me...

you spilled a hazardous substance. before cleaning up the spill, you should - CORRECT ANSWER-check the safety data sheet (SDS) a tsunami warning was issued for your area. you are at work. what should you do - CORRECT ANSWER-follow the agency's disaster plan you are injured while transferring a patient to a wheelchair. which is correct a. this is malpractice b. this is workplace violence c. you need to complete an incident report d. this is patient abuse - CORRECT ANSWER-c. you need to...

A wound is a break in the skin or mucous membrane. Wounds commonly result from: •Surgery •Trauma •Unrelieved pressure or friction •Decreased blood flow through the arteries or veins •Nerve damage Skin tear is a break or rip in the outer layers of the skin - the epidermis (top skin layer) separates from the underlying tissues Ulcer is a shallow or deep crater-like sore of the skin or mucous membrane Circulatory ulcers (vascular ulcers) are open sores on the lower legs or fee...

Body alignment • The way the head, trunk, arms, and legs are aligned with one another Base of support • are on which an object rests • Stand with your feet apart for a wider base of support and more balance • 12 INCHES APART • strongest and largest muscles are in shoulders, upper arms, hips, and thighs Musculo-skeletal disorders (MSDs) • are injuries and disorders of the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, and cartilage Body Mechanics • Using the body in an efficient and...

Terminal illness An illness or injury from which the person will not likely recover Ex: Cancers not responding to treatment Acute illness A sudden illness from which a person is expected to recover Ex: Heart Attack Chronic illness An on-going illness that is slow or gradual in onset; it has no known cure; it can be controlled and complications prevented with proper treatment Ex: Diabetes Hospitals Provide emergency care, surgery, nursing care, x-ray procedures and treatments, and lab ...

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How does the EIS relate to the intent of NEPA? - CORRECT ANSWER-An EIS is used by federal agencies when they are affecting the environment. NEPA's intent is to preserve and protect the environment. So, an EIS lets NEPA understand how a federal agency plans to affect the environment. Name one provision of the ESA - CORRECT ANSWER-a 1995 U.S. Supreme Court decision that made it unlawful to harm endangered species How does TMDL relate to Criteria Air Pollutants? - CORRECT ANSWER-TMDL relat...

What is a land ban? - CORRECT ANSWER-sets limits on disposal of wastes so they cannot be buried What is a UST? - CORRECT ANSWER-underground storage tank that you can find at gas stations with leaks What are the three phases of environmental assessment based on possible inactive hazardous waste contamination of property? - CORRECT ANSWER-assessment of possible contamination, monitoring for extent of contamination, and remediation of contamination How do hazardous wastes differ from hazard...

5 steps of risk communication - CORRECT ANSWER-Credibility. Awareness (of hazard/danger). Understanding (why it's happening). Solutions (ideas to mitigate problem). Enactment/Implementation (specifically, what you will do as a manager) 5 parts of a strategic communication plan - CORRECT ANSWER-1. Management situation 2. Audience (laypeople, journalists, scientists, court, etc) 3. Message (short "soundbite") 4. Medium (internet, tv, newpaper, radio, etc) 5. Feedback (be open to...

the 3 functions of management - CORRECT ANSWER-1. program mgmt 2. resource mgmt 3. political mgmt the 4 functions of a public manager - CORRECT ANSWER-1. permitting 2. monitoring for compliance 3. conducting enforcement 4. technical assistance program management - CORRECT ANSWER-those activities you need to implement and accomplish your goals resources management - CORRECT ANSWER-what those activities require for successful implementation political management - CORRECT ANSWER-how you ...

What does TSCA stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER-Toxic Substance Control Act What is the intent and 2 provisions of TSCA? - CORRECT ANSWER-Intent- To protect human health and the environment with regards to collecting information, require testing, and regulate production of toxic chemicals Provisions- Balance benefit and risk -maintain list of existing chemicals What does FIFRA stand for? - CORRECT ANSWER-Federal Insecticide Fungicide and Rodenticide Act What is the intent and 2 provisions of ...

What is TRI? Toxic Release Inventory What does RCRA stand for? Resource Conservation Recovery Act What is the intent and 2 provisions of RCRA? Intent- To protect human health and the environment with regard to active hazardous waste and non-hazardous waste, and to track hazardous waste from cradle to grave Provisions- Define hazardous wastes -Set technical standards for issuing permits for treatment storage and disposal of waste - defined LQG- large quantity generators What is the in...

How do the regional offices of the epa fit into the concept of federalism? - CORRECT ANSWER-Regional offices oversee states and provide technical assistance to them as well. Regions allow for the sharing of power between feds and state. Why are agrichemicals considered unique pollution? - CORRECT ANSWER-They are not a byproduct, they are intentionally put into the ground. What does scrounging mean in terms of public management? - CORRECT ANSWERTo come up with resources either at the expense...

Barriers to communication with techies - CORRECT ANSWER-1. Prejudice 2. Language 3. Difference in frame of reference 4. Proximity Risk perception - CORRECT ANSWER-1. Risk means different things to different people 2. People tend to ignore or discount discreet, familiar, voluntary, low probability risks 3. Feelings of control and opportunities for participation influence attitudes of acceptability of the risk 4. People evaluate risk as members of a community 5. Trust is an important inf...

Define and name four roles for an ombudsman. - CORRECT ANSWER-Someone with an agency who deals with people outside of the agency who have a problem with that agency 4 roles: anchor,facilitator,educator, referral service Name and define two laws that govern public communication. - CORRECT ANSWER- 1.) Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) -gives you the right to access information from the federal government 2.)Sunshine Laws (open meeting laws) -public workers can only conduct business during ...

Which of the following would best describe the effect of the above tax on the soda market? - CORRECT ANSWER-- It would reduce production of diet soda - It would reduce consumption of diet soda - It would create deadweight loss Now, Congress decides that it is not fair to tax soda buyers, who are disproportionately lower-income. So, it eliminates the tax on buyers and replaces it with a $0.50-tax on soda sellers. How would this change the impact of the tax? - CORRECT ANSWER-This would not ...

What is the definition of intoxicated - CORRECT ANSWER-Speech is impaired coordination is impaired appearance is impaired behavior is impaired

List 2 instances when a Temporary Manager may be appointed - CORRECT ANSWERNormal duty manager is sick, Duty manager is absent Name 2 acceptable forms of ID - CORRECT ANSWER-NZ drivers licence, Passport Describe 2 ways you can check the ID presented is valid and /or belongs to the person presenting it - CORRECT ANSWER-Ask for signature, Feel for holes in card where it could have been tampered with When can the Police enter licensed premises in relation to MATTERS OF COMPLIANCE - CORRECT AN...