Author Question: The nurse has investigated safety hazards and recognizes that which of the following statements is ... (Read 49 times)

biggirl4568 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse has investigated safety hazards and recognizes that which of the following statements is accurate regarding safety needs?

a. Bacterial contamination of foods is uncontrollable.
b. Fire is the greatest cause of unintentional death.
c. Carbon monoxide levels should be monitored in home settings.
d. Temperature extremes seldom affect the safety of patients in acute care facilities.

Question 2

The organization that facilitates the evaluation of alternative medical treatments is the

a. National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine.
b. American Holistic Nurses Association.
c. Food and Drug Administration.
d. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

softEldritch · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C

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A Bacterial contamination of foods is controllable. Health Canada is the government agency responsible for the enforcement of federal regulations regarding the manufacture, processing, and distribution of foods, drugs, and cosmetics to protect consumers against the sale of impure or dangerous substances.
B Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of unintentional death, not fire.
C Heating systems, chimneys, and appliances should be inspected annually in private homes. Carbon monoxide detectors are available but should not be used as a replacement for proper use and maintenance of fuel-burning appliances.
D Temperature extremes can affect the safety of patients in acute care facilities, especially older adults.

Answer to Question 2

A
The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine was created in 1998 . It is a part of the National Institute of Medicine. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The American Holistic Nurses Association (AHNA) is a nonprofit membership association for nurses and other holistic health care professionals.