Reference no: EM133314701
Questions
1. Briefly discuss three Hazardous tasks a Nurse could be exposed to in an aged care workplace.
2. Discuss the strategies/interventions you could recommend to help overcome/decrease the hazard in the aged care workplace.
3. Identify some client-related (resident in aged care) risk factors or behaviours of concerns.
4. How are these risk factors reported in the workplace (aged care)?
5. How are these concerns recorded and hazards reported in the workplace (aged care)?
6. Why is it important to know where the lifting machines are located in an aged care facility?
7. Describe six precautions, which you should take when handling Sharps in the workplace. (Note that wearing gloves will not protect you from a needle stick injury)
8. Name six key areas of Waste Policy Management? (different disposal methods) For example, Bio Medical Waste. Name six others.
9. What Body Substances Precautions must you take during the performance of your duties as an EN? Name five.
10. Why is it important to have all exits kept clear?
11. In regards to workplace fatigue, identify some causes of workplace fatigue. How can you manage stress and fatigue?
12. Give two examples of residents (aged care) who would require additional precautions.
13. As far as Health and safety are concerned, Describe the responsibilities of a worker in a home-based environment.
14. Describe the rights and responsibilities of the client in the home-based care environment.
15. Identify at least 3 high risk groups of people in relation to home fire safety.