Safety & Infection ControlPregunta 48 de 100
When using a fire extinguisher, the acronym PASS is followed. What does PASS stand for?
a.Point, Alarm, Squeeze, Stop
b.Pull, Alert, Spray, Signal
c.Push, Aim, Slide, Sweep
d.Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
Explicación
PASS stands for Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep from side to side. Aiming at the base rather than the flames targets the fuel source. This technique should be used only on small, contained fires when it is safe to do so.
Practica las 100 preguntas gratis — sin registro.
Preguntas relacionadas de este tema
- Using proper body mechanics, how should a technician lift a heavy object from the floor?
- A technician enters a room and finds a patient's call light out of reach and the bed in a high position. Which action reduces this patient's fall risk?
- During a fire, the acronym RACE guides the response. What does RACE stand for?
- A technician finds a patient unresponsive and not breathing. After ensuring scene safety, what is the immediate priority action?
- A confused patient keeps trying to climb out of bed. According to safe practice, restraints should be:
- A patient is in a physical restraint. How often should the technician typically check the patient and release the restraint for circulation, toileting, and repositioning?
Última revisión: · proceso editorial
Equipo Editorial de PrepPass · Verificado con NHA Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) Exam · Cómo revisamos