When a patient becomes dizzy when attempting to stand, due to changes in blood vessels, what are the most appropriate instructions to give?

In the event of a fire involving flammables such as gas, oil, & paint Type            extinguishers should be used.

When speaking with patients who are hard of hearing, it is helpful to shout.

What is the best source of information if a health care worker needs to know the precautions that should be taken when handling substances that contain chemicals?

Uniforms may be worn in nonwork settings if they have not been stained with bodily fluids from patients.

What is the advantage of using an ABC type of fire extinguisher?

Environmental Safety means identifying and correcting potential hazards that can cause accidents & injuries.

Chemicals should never be stored near a heat source or in direct sunlight.

How can changes in mental function increase a patient’s risk of accident and injury?

Class A fire extinguishers are water based and should never be used on fires that involve flammable liquids.