Question 1

Stay to the right in hallways and be cautious when approaching intersections in order to prevent collisions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The S in the acronym PASS stands for ________, ______________.

Accepted Answer

squeeze the handle, sweep back

Question 3

Inadequate staffing is an example of a psychosocial workplace hazard.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following statements is NOT true about incident reports?

Accepted Answer

A)  Should include only facts, not personal opinions. 
B)  Must be completed when any unexpected situation occurs that can cause harm to someone. 
C)  Are completed by the employee who observes the situation. 
D)  Are placed in the patient's file. 
A)  Should include only facts, not personal opinions. 
B)  Must be completed when any unexpected situation occurs that can cause harm to someone. 
C)  Are completed by the employee who observes the situation. 
D)  Are placed in the patient's file.

Question 5

If you suspect a bioterrorism-related outbreak, you should immediately notify the FBI.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Cramped work spaces and inadequate equipment are examples of a workplace ergonomic hazard.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Environmental safety means identifying and correcting potential hazards that can cause accidents and injuries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Acrylic nails harbor fewer microorganisms than natural nails.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Your supervisor asks you to help cover for an absent coworker by performing a treatment you have read about but never performed. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

A)  Do your best to complete it. 
B)  Ask someone to explain it to you. 
C)  Ask a coworker to do it for you. 
D)  Advise your supervisor that you are not qualified to perform the treatment. 
A)  Do your best to complete it. 
B)  Ask someone to explain it to you. 
C)  Ask a coworker to do it for you. 
D)  Advise your supervisor that you are not qualified to perform the treatment.

Question 10

Chemicals should never be stored near a heat source or in direct sunlight.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The first step to ensure patient safety is the careful observation of patient behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What is the best source of information for the precautions to take when handling substances that contain chemicals?

Accepted Answer

A)  Facility policies and procedures manual 
B)  Instructions that come with the substances 
C)  Safety Data Sheets 
D)  Labels on containers or packaging 
A)  Facility policies and procedures manual 
B)  Instructions that come with the substances 
C)  Safety Data Sheets 
D)  Labels on containers or packaging

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a good practice when performing a procedure on a patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  Check that the patient has given consent. 
B)  Ensure that you have the correct person by asking, "Are you Mr. Ramirez?" 
C)  Observe the patient closely. 
D)  Compare the wristband with the patient record. 
A)  Check that the patient has given consent. 
B)  Ensure that you have the correct person by asking, "Are you Mr. Ramirez?" 
C)  Observe the patient closely. 
D)  Compare the wristband with the patient record.

Question 14

Class A fire extinguishers should never be used on fires that involve flammable liquids.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

How can changes in mental function increase a patient's risk of accident and injury?

Accepted Answer

A)  Awareness of common dangers is decreased. 
B)  Dizziness is more common. 
C)  Sensation to pain is decreased. 
D)  Balance is affected. 
A)  Awareness of common dangers is decreased. 
B)  Dizziness is more common. 
C)  Sensation to pain is decreased. 
D)  Balance is affected.

Question 16

In the event of a fire in which smoke is present, what is the safest way to leave the area?

Accepted Answer

A)  Take the shortest route and run as quickly as possible. 
B)  Walk as close to the walls as possible. 
C)  Keep the head upright and above the smoke. 
D)  Crawl along the floor. 
A)  Take the shortest route and run as quickly as possible. 
B)  Walk as close to the walls as possible. 
C)  Keep the head upright and above the smoke. 
D)  Crawl along the floor.

Question 17

What is the proper way to dispose of radioactive waste?

Accepted Answer

A)  Label it as "radioactive," and place it in a special container. 
B)  Place it in a biohazard bag. 
C)  Discard it with the other waste products. 
D)  Incinerate it. 
A)  Label it as "radioactive," and place it in a special container. 
B)  Place it in a biohazard bag. 
C)  Discard it with the other waste products. 
D)  Incinerate it.

Question 18

Workplace violence is lower in health care settings than in other work settings.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Uniforms may be worn in nonwork settings if they have not been stained with bodily fluids from patients.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

It is critical that nothing that might cause sparks be used when ______ is in use.

Accepted Answer

The answer of It is critical that nothing that might...

Exam 11: Environmental Safety

Stay to the right in hallways and be cautious when approaching intersections in order to prevent collisions.

The S in the acronym PASS stands for ________, ______________.

Inadequate staffing is an example of a psychosocial workplace hazard.

Which of the following statements is NOT true about incident reports?

If you suspect a bioterrorism-related outbreak, you should immediately notify the FBI.

Cramped work spaces and inadequate equipment are examples of a workplace ergonomic hazard.

Environmental safety means identifying and correcting potential hazards that can cause accidents and injuries.

Acrylic nails harbor fewer microorganisms than natural nails.

Your supervisor asks you to help cover for an absent coworker by performing a treatment you have read about but never performed. What should you do?

Chemicals should never be stored near a heat source or in direct sunlight.

The first step to ensure patient safety is the careful observation of patient behavior.

What is the best source of information for the precautions to take when handling substances that contain chemicals?

Which of the following is NOT a good practice when performing a procedure on a patient?

Class A fire extinguishers should never be used on fires that involve flammable liquids.

How can changes in mental function increase a patient's risk of accident and injury?

In the event of a fire in which smoke is present, what is the safest way to leave the area?

What is the proper way to dispose of radioactive waste?

Workplace violence is lower in health care settings than in other work settings.

Uniforms may be worn in nonwork settings if they have not been stained with bodily fluids from patients.

It is critical that nothing that might cause sparks be used when ______ is in use.

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