TEST BANK For Clinical Procedures for Medical Assistants, 11th
Edition by Bonewit-West
you must have a comprehensive safety plan in your office that is: ___ &___ -
ANSWER:easily accessible and updated annually
there are 8 things that a safety plan must contain: - ANSWER:OSHA hazard
communications
electrical safety
fire safety
emergency action plan
chemical safety
blood borne pathogen exposure
personal protective equipment
needle stick prevention
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) does what? -
ANSWER:protects employees safety in the workplace and also acts to enforce
guidelines OR standard precautions by Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
general duty clause - ANSWER:requires an employer to maintain a workplace free
from hazards that are recognized as likely to cause death/serious injury
to promote employee safety, HAzard Communication Standard requires employees
to interpret documentation about hazardous substances. such as what 3 things? -
ANSWER:biohazard labels
material safety data sheets
hazard labels
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) - ANSWER:information about hazardous
chemicals or other substances, guidelines for safe handling of the chemicals and
emergency and first aid procedures to be followed.
hazard label - ANSWER:a shortened version of the MSDS that is permanently affixed
to the substance container.
four safety guards that reduce electrical hazards: - ANSWER:avoid extension cords
check for frayed electrical wires
dry hand before working with electricity
don't put electrical things near sinks, faucets, or water
be aware of anything that might cause a fire in the exam rooms, examples are: -
ANSWER:flammable materials (alcohol & some disinfectants)
smoking
inoperative smoke detectors
, what is the "PASS" system: - ANSWER:pull the pin
aim at the base of the fire
squeeze the trigger
sweep side to side
fire blanket - ANSWER:used to smother burning clothing when wrapped around the
victim and victim rolled on the floor.
in an emergency action plan, employees are responsible for : - ANSWER:reporting
fire and overseeing operation, while keep people calm and preventing injuries
evacuating procedure
collecting MSDS book
plan for accounting
planning emergency drills
knowing local emergency contacts
building evacuation routes - ANSWER:office floor plan marked with the current
location and nearest exit.
if you are responsible for accepting a shipment containing chemicals, you must ... -
ANSWER:handle the package appropriately and make sure it goes to the right person
when dealing with chemicals use precaution such as: - ANSWER:store chemicals
below eyelevel
wear protective gear
always carry chemical containers with both hands
work in ventilated area
ergonomics - ANSWER:scientists studying the way people work.
the CDC's NAtional Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has
recommendations for reducing muscle induries. including: - ANSWER:-don't over
extend your reach
-lift by pushing up with legs not by pulling with your back
-always bend at the knees when lifting patients
-adjust seat to correct position
-when using computer take breaks to reduce eyestrain or cramping
children and people with ____ may be particularly susceptible to accidents in your
office. - ANSWER:disabilities
what patients are the most likely to fall more than other patients? - ANSWER:people
with disabilities
five elements make uo the cycle of infection. what five parts must all be present for
infection to occur: - ANSWER:reservoir
Edition by Bonewit-West
you must have a comprehensive safety plan in your office that is: ___ &___ -
ANSWER:easily accessible and updated annually
there are 8 things that a safety plan must contain: - ANSWER:OSHA hazard
communications
electrical safety
fire safety
emergency action plan
chemical safety
blood borne pathogen exposure
personal protective equipment
needle stick prevention
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) does what? -
ANSWER:protects employees safety in the workplace and also acts to enforce
guidelines OR standard precautions by Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
general duty clause - ANSWER:requires an employer to maintain a workplace free
from hazards that are recognized as likely to cause death/serious injury
to promote employee safety, HAzard Communication Standard requires employees
to interpret documentation about hazardous substances. such as what 3 things? -
ANSWER:biohazard labels
material safety data sheets
hazard labels
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) - ANSWER:information about hazardous
chemicals or other substances, guidelines for safe handling of the chemicals and
emergency and first aid procedures to be followed.
hazard label - ANSWER:a shortened version of the MSDS that is permanently affixed
to the substance container.
four safety guards that reduce electrical hazards: - ANSWER:avoid extension cords
check for frayed electrical wires
dry hand before working with electricity
don't put electrical things near sinks, faucets, or water
be aware of anything that might cause a fire in the exam rooms, examples are: -
ANSWER:flammable materials (alcohol & some disinfectants)
smoking
inoperative smoke detectors
, what is the "PASS" system: - ANSWER:pull the pin
aim at the base of the fire
squeeze the trigger
sweep side to side
fire blanket - ANSWER:used to smother burning clothing when wrapped around the
victim and victim rolled on the floor.
in an emergency action plan, employees are responsible for : - ANSWER:reporting
fire and overseeing operation, while keep people calm and preventing injuries
evacuating procedure
collecting MSDS book
plan for accounting
planning emergency drills
knowing local emergency contacts
building evacuation routes - ANSWER:office floor plan marked with the current
location and nearest exit.
if you are responsible for accepting a shipment containing chemicals, you must ... -
ANSWER:handle the package appropriately and make sure it goes to the right person
when dealing with chemicals use precaution such as: - ANSWER:store chemicals
below eyelevel
wear protective gear
always carry chemical containers with both hands
work in ventilated area
ergonomics - ANSWER:scientists studying the way people work.
the CDC's NAtional Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has
recommendations for reducing muscle induries. including: - ANSWER:-don't over
extend your reach
-lift by pushing up with legs not by pulling with your back
-always bend at the knees when lifting patients
-adjust seat to correct position
-when using computer take breaks to reduce eyestrain or cramping
children and people with ____ may be particularly susceptible to accidents in your
office. - ANSWER:disabilities
what patients are the most likely to fall more than other patients? - ANSWER:people
with disabilities
five elements make uo the cycle of infection. what five parts must all be present for
infection to occur: - ANSWER:reservoir
