Early Learning, Supportive Care 20, 30
ELSC59
Module 59: Safety Measures and Procedures in Health Care (Core for Supportive Care Focus)
Outcome
Examine safety measures and procedures in health care environments.
Indicators
| (a) | List the risk factors for incidents (e.g., distracted or fatigued caregivers, medication, age, patients with vision, hearing or mobility challenges). |
| (b) | Describe how the proper use of specialized equipment (e.g., call bells, bed rails, hand rails) can promote patient safety. |
| (c) | Identify the safety measures to prevent falls, poisoning, suffocation and burns in older adults. |
| (d) | Investigate health care codes that support safety (e.g., code red, blue, burgundy, white). |
| (e) | Describe guidelines to follow for emergency preparedness (e.g., in case of fire, weather event, lock down) in a health care environment. |
| (f) | Describe safety guidelines to follow when using electrical equipment such as hair dryers, curling irons and electric razors with patients in health care environments. |
| (g) | Explain household management safety, including guidelines for dealing with pest infestations, linen and light housekeeping. |
| (h) | Explain the protocol to dispose of contaminated items or waste, including sharp objects. |
| (i) | Describe measures to ensure personal safety when at work in a health care environment (e.g., when entering a patient’s home, choice of clothing and jewelry). |
| (j) | Explore the risks associated with working alone with a patient and how they can be mitigated. |
| (k) | Describe the steps to reporting a workplace injury. |
| (l) | Explain how various emotions and reactions may block effective responses. |
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