Reducing Medical Errors — Unit test

Question 1

In a health-care facility, a disaster plan should be developed

Revolt · Accepted Answer

before an emergency occurs.

Question 2

Lin suffers from pain in her right wrist. Several doctors check her wrist regularly over a period of time. Doctors’ notes and MRI results confirm that Lin has carpal tunnel syndrome. Her successful diagnosis is made as a result of

Revolt · Accepted Answer

direct observations.

Question 3

After a disaster, CERT often springs into action. CERT consists of

Revolt · Accepted Answer

volunteers trained in disaster response skills.

Question 4

Why is the safe disposal of hazardous waste most important?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

It protects the health of humans and the environment.

Question 5

The laundry room of a hospital houses various detergents and cleaning chemicals. Which of the following would be most helpful in increasing safety regarding accidental spills on an employee’s body?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

a facility for employees to quickly flush the chemicals from their eyes or body

Question 6

An employee is treating a patient who has influenza. The employee should wear

Revolt · Accepted Answer

a gown, latex gloves, and a face mask.

Question 7

A hospital safety manual details which materials are considered hazardous and nonhazardous. Which is considered a hazardous material?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

blood

Question 8

A disaster plan for a medical facility must include

Revolt · Accepted Answer

a list of the roles and responsibilities of each staff member.

Reducing Medical Errors — Unit test Answers

More from this Course

TRY EDGENUITY HACKS