establishes regulations for safety in the physical work environment, such as air quality,
ergonomics (body positioning during work maneuvers), prevention of infection transmission
from used and uncapped needles that pierce the skin of a healthcare worker, and prevention of
exposure to toxic substances. correct answers Safety Regulations and Guidelines in Healthcare
OSHA
publishes annual patient safety goals for healthcare facilities' compliance; these are updated and
listed on its website correct answers Joint Commission
Safety errors that result in death or serious injury correct answers sentinel event
The primary systems that integrate for protection and safety are correct answers Musculoskeletal
Neurologic and sensory
Cardiovascular and respiratory
Immune
Integumentary
Code red correct answers Fire
code yellow correct answers Security
code adam correct answers Abduction of an infant
code silver correct answers firearms
Common Nursing 102- nursing diagnosis common to older adults correct answers risk for injury,
risk for falls, risk for infection.
, Poor air quality because of pollution often increases correct answers Allergic reactions
QSEN has defined quality and safety competencies for nursing that are essential for entry into
practice, The six competencies are? correct answers Patient-centered care
Teamwork and collaboration
Evidence-based practice (EBP)
Quality improvement (QI)
Safety
Informatics
Recognize the patient or designee as the source of control and full partner in providing
compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's preferences, values, and needs.
correct answers Patient Centered Care
Function effectively within nursing and interprofessional teams, fostering open communication,
mutual respect, and shared decision making to achieve quality patient care. correct answers
Teamwork and collaboration
Integrate best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient/family preferences and values
for delivery of optimal healthcare. correct answers EBP
Use data to monitor the outcomes of care processes and use improvement methods to design and
test changes to continuously improve the quality and safety of healthcare systems. correct
answers QI
Use information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support
decision making. correct answers Informatics