CPR & Safety

Introduction

A safe setting provides an atmosphere that is free from harm and danger. Safety in homes may include locking doors and windows. Seat belts offer security in automobiles. The healthcare environment is responsible for providing a safe environment for the client, the healthcare worker, and YOU-the future of healthcare. Safety standards are maintained by following the industry guidelines and ensuring that all participants know their roles and responsibilities. Take this opportunity to explore the work-readiness traits and expectations associated with becoming a healthcare career professional.

This course requires the student to successfully complete CPR, AED, and First Aid training according to American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or another nationally recognized certifying agency. If that is not possible you make take the alternative assessment.

Please contact one of these organizations and schedule a class for completion. The student must submit a scanned copy of the roster, including your name, obtained from the agency. Your course must include CPR, AED, and First Aid.

Essential Questions

What actions can be taken to identify safety hazards and reduce the risk associated with them?
What is the most important reason to comply with safety signs, symbols, and labels?
How do the student healthcare provider's role and responsibilities in the classroom, laboratory, and various workplace settings compare in an emergency situation?
How are basic emergency procedures and protocols used to respond to basic emergency situations and events?
How are the roles of the following agencies defined and categorized in healthcare practice: OSHA, CDCP, CLIA, FDA, and ISO?
What actions apply the principles of body mechanics?
How would the proper use of PPE and personal safety procedures based on OSHA and CDCP guidelines appear in the clinical arena?
What are the correct procedures for performing CPR?
What pulse sites can be assessed in an adult, child, and infant?
How do the respiratory and circulatory systems work together?
How does a cardiac arrest affect the cardiopulmonary system both initially and during CPR?

Module Minute

Remember that it is the responsibility of each individual to protect themselves from injury. This includes using proper body mechanics, wearing professional attire, and using proper PPE. Responsible team members report unsafe situations and adhere to safety signs and warnings in the workplace. Commitment to professionalism is demonstrated by adhering to OSHA-established guidelines including the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard and the Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemical Standard. These precautions decrease the risk of infection and outline the steps to take should chemical injury or exposure occur. The American Heart Association supports Hands-Only CPR as an effective method of resuscitation when sudden cardiac arrest is witnessed in the community. Chest compression-only CPR when performed by bystanders keeps more people alive with good brain function following a sudden cardiac arrest, according to research published by the AHA.

Keywords

Please review the following terms.

Body Mechanics - how the body moves to prevent injury.
Ergonomics - the application of devices in the workplace that decreases injury to the body.
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) - A written document that outlines information and procedures for handling chemicals and what to do should an injury occur.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - responsible for setting and enforcing standards that assure safe and healthful working conditions for employees.
Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) - clinical laboratory standards that apply to all clinical laboratory testing.
International organization of standardization (IOS) - A worldwide federation of national standards bodies from greater than 100 countries with the goal of promoting the development of standardization and related activities in the world as an effort to provide consistency of standards (scientific, technological, economic, and intellectual).
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - specialized equipment used to protect the employee in the workplace.

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