Exam 5: Physical Environment and Safety Standards
The three most important factors to remember regarding safety and the hazard of ionizing radiation are_____________,_____________ , and ____________.
time, distance, and shielding
The minimum air exchange should be _________ per hour with a range of _________ to________ recommended.
15; 20 to 25
A. Describe the potential fire hazards. B. What safety precautions can you take for each? C. Identify what RACE and PASS mean.
Answers will vary but should include such answers as (A) an oxygen-enriched environment, nitrous oxide supports combustion in the presences of oxygen. (B) Ignition sources such as ESU, electrocautery, lasers, fiberoptic light sources, defibrillators, sparks from burrs, electrical shorts. (C) Fuel sources such as flammable chemical gases or liquids such as alcohol, Duraprep, Chloraprep, surgical drapes, oxygen tubing, and disposable surgical supplies. Sterile water on the field, wet towels/sponges to prevent fire eruption. RACE means remove/rescue anyone from fire or smoke danger to a safe area, alert/sound the alarm, contain the fire, extinguish or evacuate as appropriate. PASS refers to the operation of the fire extinguisher. Pull the pin at the top, aim the nozzle toward the base of the fire, squeeze the handle to discharge the extinguisher while standing approximately 8 feet away from the fire, and sweep the nozzle in a back-and-forth motion at the base of the fire until it is extinguished.
Match the hazard with the danger or preventive measure.
-Laser
Match the hazard with the danger or preventive measure.
-Surgical plume
Match the hazard with the danger or preventive measure.
-Ionizing radiation
Match the hazard with the danger or preventive measure.
-Sharps injury
Match the hazard with the danger or preventive measure.
-Waste anesthetic gases
The environmental controls should include a temperature between ________and ________ F with a humidity level between______ and______ .
A. Describe the potential effects of poor body mechanics. B. Describe the principles of ergonomics (e.g., lifting, moving a cart, carrying a large instrument tray, and turning to set it down).
The design of the OR includes the racetrack, hotel, and specialty designs that maintain a separation of _________and _______(traffic control patterns).
The ___________ area of the OR requires an OR hat, scrubs, and either designated shoes or shoe covers for entry into this area.
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