SOLUTIONS TO EXERCISES, LESSON 6
1.
To ensure safety for each patient. (para 6-1)
2.
The intended purpose. (para 6-2a)
3.
Test. (para 6-2c)
4.
The plug. (para 6-2d)
5.
The fine wires inside the cord to break. (para 6-2f)
6.
Remove the appliance from the area. (para 6-2g)
7.
Fire prevention.
Location and use of fire alarms.
Location and use of fire extinguishers.
Location of emergency exits.
Evacuation procedures. (paras 6-3a(1)--(5))
8.
Smoking. (para 6-3b)
9.
Oxygen, lights, any electrical equipment. (para 6-3c(2))
10.
Switchboard, post a guard. (paras 6-3c(4), (8))
11.
Patients at risk for injury. (para 6-4a)
12.
Elderly or confused patients.
Patients with impaired vision or hearing.
Patients with impaired mobility.
Patients with a history of falls.
Patients with a history of substance abuse.
Patients receiving medications that interfere with reasoning or motor functions.
(paras 6-4a(1)--(6))
13.
Low, side rails. (paras 6-4c(1), (2))
14.
Nonskid strips, mats. (para 6-4c(4))
15.
A doctor's order. (para 6-4d(1))
16.
Least restrictive. (para 6-4d(2))
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