Question

peta fry works as a respiratory therapist at a busy medical center. this particular day is busier than usual and it seems no matter how quickly peta works, she cannot get her assignments done to keep on schedule. it is important for peta to finish on time because she has a friend picking her up in front of the hospital right after work to go out for dinner. while working with mrs. homer, a bottle of water is accidentally tipped over because the patient did not see it due to her poor vision. peta makes a mental note to call housekeeping when she finishes, so they can clean up the spill. when she finishes with mrs. homer, peta realizes that she is going to be late and is afraid her friend will be upset. in an effort to save time, she decides not to change into the street clothes she brought with her to work and runs as quickly as she can to meet her friend.

1. identify at least three behaviors of peta that jeopardize environmental safety. what are the possible consequences of these unsafe behaviors?
2. what health care considerations could peta have followed when working with the patient with impaired vision that may have prevented the bottle of water from spilling?

Explanation:

Question 1

1. Behavior 1: Not cleaning up the spill immediately - Peta decided to call housekeeping later instead of cleaning the spill right away. Consequence: The wet floor can cause slips, trips, or falls for other patients, staff, or visitors, leading to injuries.
2. Behavior 2: Not changing into street clothes - She ran out in work attire. Consequence: Work clothes may carry germs from the medical environment to public spaces, potentially spreading infections.
3. Behavior 3: Rushing due to being late - Her haste might lead to not following proper safety protocols (e.g., not being careful in the environment, not checking for hazards). Consequence: Increased risk of accidents like knocking over equipment or hurting herself or others.

For a patient with impaired vision, Peta could have: 1. Organize the environment - Ensure items like the water bottle are in a safe, designated place (e.g., a stable table or tray) that is within the patient's reach but not in a high - risk area for being knocked over. 2. Assist with handling the bottle - Offer to hold the bottle for the patient when they need to drink or place it in a way that the patient can easily identify and access it without difficulty. 3. Provide verbal cues - Warn the patient about the location of the bottle or other objects around them to help them navigate the space safely.

Answer:

• Behavior 1: Not cleaning the water spill immediately. Consequence: Slips/trips/falls for others, causing injuries.
• Behavior 2: Not changing into street clothes before leaving. Consequence: Spreading medical - related germs to public areas.
• Behavior 3: Rushing due to lateness. Consequence: Increased risk of accidents (e.g., knocking over objects, self - injury, or injuring others).

Question 2