Women who are pregnant should not work in the OR because of the unavoidable health risks
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
ANS: F
The employee can decide for herself whether she wishes to stay in the perioperative environment. The facility should have a policy for pregnant employees that may include regular breaks, a limit on lifting of heavy items, and a limit of exposure to gases and radiation.
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A) Because of the seriousness of the injury, wait for ALS before providing any care. B) Apply a pressure dressing to control bleeding, stabilize the foot by splinting, apply oxygen, and transport as a priority patient. C) Immediately apply a tourniquet to control bleeding. D) Complete the amputation. It will make the injury much easier to handle.
In which of the following situations is hemolytic disease of the newborn most likely to occur?
A) An Rh positive mother delivers a first Rh negative newborn B) An Rh positive mother delivers a second Rh negative newborn C) An Rh negative mother delivers a first Rh positive newborn D) An Rh negative mother delivers a second Rh positive newborn
Improper storage or handling of medical gas cylinders can result in which of the following? 1. Increased risk of fire 2. Explosive releases of high-pressure gas 3. Toxic effects of some gases 4. A contained environment
a. 1, 2 and 4 only b. 1 and 2 only c. 1 and 4 only d. 1, 2, and 3 only
A(n) ____________________ is a system of circulating filtered air in parallel-flowing planes used in hospitals or other health care facilities
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word