Which of the Following Is True Regarding the Difference in Injury

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding the difference in injury rates between a healthcare facility and a veterans' hospital?

• A) Injuries are lower in the veteran hospitals because the administration consistently promotes
• Safe patient handling and mobility (SPHM) programs.
• B) Injuries are lower in the healthcare facilities because the facilities employ mostly safe patient
• Handling and mobility (SPHM) certified staff.
• C) Injuries are lower in the veteran hospitals because clinical employees are required to be certified in safe patient handling and mobility (SPHM).
• D) Injuries are lower in healthcare facilities because there is a weight limit used in safe patient
• Handling and mobility (SPHM).

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Definitions:

Sphygmomanometer

A medical instrument used to measure arterial blood pressure, typically consisting of an inflatable cuff, a measuring unit, and sometimes a stethoscope.

Tympanic Thermometer

An instrument used to measure body temperature by detecting infrared radiation in the ear canal.

Middle Ear Infections

Infections occurring in the air-filled space behind the eardrum containing tiny vibrating bones, often causing pain and temporary hearing loss.

Gastroenteritis

An inflammation of the stomach and intestines, often caused by infection, leading to vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.