Author Question: Given the most common causes of hospital fires, which of the following choices are most appropriate ... (Read 29 times)

charchew · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

Given the most common causes of hospital fires, which of the following choices are most appropriate in preventing patient injury?

a. Assure that all electrical devices are checked by engineering.
b. Assist patients who smoke to a safe area to smoke.
c. Prop fire doors open for easier patient access.
d. Educate patients on the importance of smoking cessation.

Question 2

In a long-term care facility, an elderly patient drops his burning cigarette into a trash can and starts a fire. A Type _____ fire extinguisher is the most appropriate type of fire extinguisher for the nurse to use in this situation.

a. A
b. B
c. C
d. D

trampas · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Fires in health care settings are usually electrical or anesthetic-related, so ensuring all electrical devices are inspected will greatly reduce the risk of fire. Look for inspection labels verifying recent inspection for all electrical devices. Fire door should never be propped open. While educating patients on smoking cessation is a good idea, it will have little impact on immediate hospital safety. Although smoking is no longer allowed in the hospital setting, smoking-related fires continue to pose a risk due to unauthorized smoking in bed or the bathroom.

Answer to Question 2

A
Type A fire extinguishers are used for ordinary combustibles such as wood, cloth, paper, and plastic. A trash can fire would require a type A fire extinguisher. Type B fire extinguishers are used for flammable liquids such as gasoline, grease, paint, and anesthetic gas. Type C fire extinguishers are used for electrical fires. There is no Type D fire extinguisher.