Safety and Emergency Practices Content Area XII

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CONTENT AREA XII: Protective Practices
Cognitive (Knowledge) XII.C Protective Practices Psychomotor (Skills) XII.P Protective Practices Affective (Behavior) XII.A Protective Practices
  1. Identify:
    1. safety signs
    2. symbols
    3. labels
  2. Identify safety techniques that can be used in responding to accidental exposure to:
    1. blood
    2. other body fluids
    3. needle sticks
    4. chemicals
  3. Discuss fire safety issues in an ambulatory healthcare environment
  4. Describe fundamental principles for evacuation of a healthcare setting
  5. Describe the purpose of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in a healthcare setting
  6. Discuss protocols for disposal of biological chemical materials
  7. Identify principles of:
    1. Body mechanics
    2. Ergonomics
  8. Identify critical elements of an emergency plan for response to a natural disaster or other emergency
  1. Comply with:
    1. safety signs
    2. symbols
    3. labels
  2. Demonstrate proper use of:
    1. eyewash equipment
    2. fire extinguishers
    3. sharps disposal containers
  3. Use proper body mechanics
  4. Participate in a mock exposure event with documentation of specific steps
  5. Evaluate the work environment to identify unsafe working conditions
  1. Recognize the physical and emotional effects on persons involved in an emergency situation
  2. Demonstrate self-awareness in responding to an emergency situation