Ep043: Safety and Infection Control: Accident Prevention: Determine Patient/staff Member Knowledge of Safety Procedures
04/21/17 • 1 min
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Many facilities have various protocols on how to deal with various safety issues Falls Armed intruder Large patient influx/at capacity Infant abduction Weather issues Acts of terrorism Unsafe/violent patients or visitors Know what you need to do as a nurse for your personal safety and the safety of your patients Participate in drills Know how […]
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Many facilities have various protocols on how to deal with various safety issues Falls Armed intruder Large patient influx/at capacity Infant abduction Weather issues Acts of terrorism Unsafe/violent patients or visitors Know what you need to do as a nurse for your personal safety and the safety of your patients Participate in drills Know how […]
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