Patient Care Procedures and Safety Considerations Quiz

Test your knowledge on patient safety procedures & healthcare protocols with this quiz featuring CPR, PPE, hand hygiene, and more.

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What is the first step in performing CPR?

Check for responsiveness

Begin chest compressions

Clear the airway

Give rescue breaths

What does the acronym PPE stand for in healthcare?

Personal Performance Equipment

Protective Procedures Enhancement

Personal Protective Equipment

Patient Protection Essentials

Which of the following is NOT a proper hand hygiene technique?

Using hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol

Washing hands with soap and water for 5 seconds

Rubbing hands together vigorously

Ensuring all surfaces of hands are covered

What does the term 'fall risk' indicate in patient care?

The likelihood of a patient falling asleep

The likelihood of a patient experiencing a seizure

The likelihood of a patient suffering a fall-related injury

The likelihood of a patient experiencing nausea

Which of the following is NOT a recommended position for a patient with difficulty breathing?

Sitting upright

Lying flat on their back

Leaning forward slightly

Using pillows to support the head and chest

What is the correct order for removing PPE after patient care?

Gloves, gown, mask, goggles

Mask, goggles, gown, gloves

Gown, gloves, goggles, mask

Goggles, gloves, gown, mask

What is the purpose of the R.A.C.E. acronym in healthcare settings?

To remember CPR steps

To manage fire emergencies

To assess patient vitals

To prioritize patient care

What is the purpose of the 'Time Out' procedure in healthcare?

To take a break during a long shift

To pause and verify patient identity and procedure details before surgery

To schedule appointments efficiently

To document time spent on each patient

Which of the following is a common sign of a patient experiencing respiratory distress?

Increased heart rate

Decreased blood pressure

Rapid breathing

Reduced body temperature

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What does the term 'DNR' stand for in healthcare?

Do Not Resuscitate

Disease Neurological Response

Definitive Nursing Response

Doctor's Note Required

#11

Which of the following is a proper technique for moving a patient from bed to wheelchair?

Lift the patient using only your back

Use a mechanical lift for all patients

Use a transfer belt and assist the patient to stand

Pull the patient by their arms to the wheelchair

#12

What is the purpose of a 'code blue' in a hospital setting?

To indicate a medical emergency requiring immediate attention

To signify the arrival of a new patient

To call a code for malfunctioning equipment

To signal the end of visiting hours

#13

What is the primary goal of the National Patient Safety Goals (NPSGs)?

To improve patient outcomes

To increase healthcare costs

To decrease healthcare accessibility

To promote medical errors

#14

What is the primary goal of HIPAA regulations in healthcare?

To protect patient privacy and confidentiality

To increase administrative burden

To limit patient access to medical records

To encourage healthcare fraud

#15

What is the purpose of using a Foley catheter in medical treatment?

To monitor blood pressure

To administer medication

To drain urine from the bladder

To assist with breathing