$$\text{Fire} = \text{Fuel} + \text{Heat} + \text{Oxygen}$$

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a recommended action during a fire emergency in a health care facility?

Accepted Answer

Reenter the building.

Question 2

A laboratory worker is exposed to hydrochloric acid (HCl) during a spill. What is the FIRST step they should take?

Accepted Answer

Rinse the affected area for at least 15 minutes after removing contaminated clothing.

Question 3

Which of the following is a major hazard in health care institutions related to electrical safety?

Accepted Answer

Possibility of electrical current passing through a person.

Question 4

What are the three cardinal principles of radiation self-protection?

Accepted Answer

Time, Shielding, Distance

Question 5

A health care worker is cleaning up a chemical spill. Which of the following PPE is essential?

Accepted Answer

Rubber gloves

Question 6

Which class of fire requires a carbon dioxide ($$\mathrm{CO_2$}) $$extinguisher?

Accepted Answer

Class B

Question 7

What is the correct response if a patient’s clothing catches fire?

Accepted Answer

Drop to the ground and roll.

Question 8

Which NFPA quadrant color indicates a health hazard?

Accepted Answer

Blue

Question 9

A centrifuge in the laboratory is making unusual noises and vibrating. What is the most likely cause?

Accepted Answer

Imbalanced tubes or incorrect carrier positions

Question 10

Which of the following is a symptom of latex allergy?

Accepted Answer

Skin rash

Question 11

What is the recommended action if liquid is spilled on electrical equipment?

Accepted Answer

Unplug the equipment and dry it immediately.

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a recommended shock prevention action?

Accepted Answer

Give fluids to an unconscious person.

Question 13

What is the correct order of the RACE protocol in fire emergencies?

Accepted Answer

Rescue, Alert, Confine, Extinguish

Question 14

Which of the following chemicals should NEVER be mixed due to the risk of dangerous gases?

Accepted Answer

Bleach and ammonia

Question 15

A health care worker is exposed to chemotherapy chemicals during blood collection. What should they do?

Accepted Answer

Leave the area immediately.

Question 16

Which equation best represents the relationship between the three components of fire?

Accepted Answer

$$	ext{Fire} = 	ext{Fuel} + 	ext{Heat} + 	ext{Oxygen}$$

Question 17

Which of the following is the most important step in proper chemical handling?

Accepted Answer

Labeling containers

Question 18

What should be done if a chemical spill occurs and no one is injured?

Accepted Answer

Obtain a spill clean-up kit and contact the safety department.

Question 19

Which of the following is a precaution to reduce the risk of injury to patients during specimen collection?

Accepted Answer

Dispose of needles and equipment properly.

Question 20

Which of the following is true regarding the NFPA hazard rating scale?

Accepted Answer

$$4$$ indicates a high degree of hazard.

Chapter 5: Safety and First Aid in Health Care Facilities

Study Guide - Practice Questions