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1
Q

In addition to taking measures to prevent injury of clients in a health care setting, nurses play a pivotal role in promoting safety in the client’s _____ and community..

A

home

2
Q

Nurses often collaborate with the client, family, and members of the interprofessional team to promote the ______ of the client.

A

safety

3
Q

To initiate a plan of care, the nurse must identify risk factors using a risk assessment tool and complete a nursing history, physical exam, and ______.

A

home hazard appraisal

4
Q

In the plan of care for safety preparedness, the nurse should include emergency nursing principles, such as ____ and CPR

A

basic first aid

5
Q

Risk Factors for Client Injury

A
Age and Developmental status
Mobility and balance
Knowledge about safety hazards
Sensory and cognitive awareness
Communication skills
Home and work environment
Community in which the client lives
Lifestyle choices
6
Q

The age and ____ of the client create specific safety risks.

A

developmental status

7
Q

Infants and toddlers are at risk for injury due to a tendency to put objects in their mouth and from _____ encountered while exploring their environment.

A

hazards

8
Q

Preschool and school age children often face injury from limited or ______ motor coordination.

A

underdeveloped

9
Q

Adolescents’ risk for injury can stem from increased desire to make _______ decisions, and relying on peers for guidance rather than family.

A

independent

10
Q

Some of the _____ prevention measures for specific age groups are found below.

A

accident

11
Q

To prevent aspiration in infants and toddlers keep all small _____ out of reach.

A

objects

12
Q

To prevent aspiration in infants and toddlers check toys and objects for loose or small parts and ____ edges.

A

sharp

13
Q

To prevent aspiration in infants and toddlers do not feed the infant hard candy, _____, popcorn, or whole or sliced pieces of hot dog.

A

peanuts

14
Q

To prevent aspiration in infants and toddlers do not place the infant int he _____ position while feeding or prop the infant’s bottle.

A

supine

15
Q

To prevent aspiration in infants and toddlers a ____ (if used) should be constructed of one piece and never placed on string or ribbon around the neck.

A

pacifier

16
Q

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers teach “back to sleep” mnemonic and always place infants on ___ to rest.

A

back

17
Q

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers keep _____ out of reach.

A

plastic bags

18
Q

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers make sure crib mattress fits ___ and that crib slats are no more than 2 3/8 inches apart.

A

snugly

19
Q

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers never leave an infant or toddler alone in the _____.

A

bathtub

20
Q

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers do not place anything in ____ with infant.

A

crib

21
Q

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers remove crib toys, such as mobiles, from over the bed as soon as the infant begins to ____.

A

push up

22
Q

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers keep latex _____ away.

A

balloons

23
Q

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers _____ swimming pools and use a locked gate.

A

fencing

24
Q

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers begin ______ with the child’s developmental status allows for protective responses, such as closing her mouth under water.

A

swimming lesson

25
Q

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers teach caregivers ____ and Heimlich maneuver

A

CPR

26
Q

To prevent suffocation in infants and toddlers keep toilet lids down and _____ doors closed.

A

bathroom

27
Q

To prevent poisoning in infants and toddlers keep houseplants and _____ out of reach.

A

cleaning agents

28
Q

To prevent poisoning in infants and toddlers inspect and remove sources of lead, such as paint chips, and provide parents with info about prevention of ________.

A

lead poisoning

29
Q

To prevent poisoning in infants and toddlers place poisons, pain, and _____ in locked cabinet.

A

gasoline

30
Q

To prevent poisoning in infants and toddlers keep medications in _____ containers and locked up.

A

child proof

31
Q

To prevent poisoning in infants and toddlers dispose of medications that are not longer used or _____

A

are out of date.

32
Q

To prevent falls in infants and toddlers keep crib and playpen ______.

A

rails up

33
Q

To prevent falls in infants and toddlers never leave the infant unattended on a _____ or other high surface.

A

changing table

34
Q

To prevent falls in infants and toddlers use ____ on stairs, and ensure windows have screens.

A

gates

35
Q

To prevent falls in infants and toddlers restrain according to manufacturer’s recommendations and supervise when in high chair, swing, stroller, etc. Discontinue use when the infant or toddler _____ size or activity limits.

A

outgrows

36
Q

To prevent falls in infants and toddlers place in a ____ bed when toddler starts to climb.

A

low

37
Q

To prevent motor vehicle injury in infants and toddlers place in a rear facing car seat until 2 years of age or until they exceed the ______ limit of the car seat. They can then sit in a forward facing car seat.

A

height and weight limit

38
Q

To prevent motor vehicle injury in infants and toddlers use a care seat with a _____ harness for infants and children.

A

five point harness

39
Q

To prevent motor vehicle injury in infants and toddlers all car seats should be ____ approved and be placed in the back seat.

A

federally

40
Q

To prevent burns in infants and toddlers test the temperature of formula and ____.

A

bath water

41
Q

To prevent burns in infants and toddlers place pots on ____ and turn handle away from fron of stove.

A

back burner

42
Q

To prevent burns in infants and toddlers supervise the use of _____

A

faucets

43
Q

To prevent burns in infants and toddlers keep matches and _____ out of reach.

A

lighters

44
Q

To prevent burns in infants and toddlers cover all ____.

A

electrical outlets