Introduction to Health Care 4th Edition By Mitchell – Test Bank

True / False

1. It is acceptable to run only if there is an emergency situation.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
NOTES: It is never considered safe to run, even in an emergency.

2. When speaking with patients who are hard of hearing, it is helpful to speak as loudly as possible.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
NOTES: Face the patient and speak clearly, but do not speak as loudly as possible (shout).

3. The first step to ensure patient safety is the careful observation of patient behavior.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
POINTS: 1
NOTES: Observation supplies vital information as to the patient’s status.

4. Uniforms may be worn in nonwork settings if they have not been stained with bodily fluids from patients.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
NOTES: Uniforms should never be worn in a nonwork setting because they may not be visibly stained but have microorganisms on them.

5. Class A fire extinguishers should never be used on fires that involve flammable liquids.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
POINTS: 1
NOTES: Class A extinguishers contain water that will spread the fire, as flammable liquids float on top of the water.

6. In the event of a fire, a hot door should be opened if it is the only escape route.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
NOTES: A hot door indicates that the temperature is too high for human life. Stay in the room, lie on the floor, and place wet towels or blankets under the door.

7. Chemicals should never be stored near a heat source or in direct sunlight.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
POINTS: 1
NOTES: This may create a fire or affect the chemical potency.

8. Workplace violence is lower in health care settings than in other work settings.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
NOTES: Health care professionals are at a high risk for experiencing violence in the workplace.

9. If you suspect a bioterrorism-related outbreak, you should immediately notify the FBI.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
NOTES: Report your suspicions immediately to your supervisor. The facility’s administrator would be the correct person to call the FBI.

10. Inadequate staffing is an example of a psychosocial workplace hazard.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
POINTS: 1
NOTES: Inadequate staffing is an example of a psychosocial workplace hazard.