Question

Which of these statements accurately describes hazards in healthcare settings? Check all of the boxes that apply.

Improper dosage of medications can cause harm to patients.

There is a risk of getting infectious diseases in hospitals.

Wet floors contribute to slip–and–fall accidents in hospitals.

Patients, but not workers, are exposed to risk in healthcare settings.

Answer 1

[✔] Improper dosage of medications can cause harm to patients.
- Medication errors (wrong dose, route, timing) can cause adverse drug events or death.

[✔] There is a risk of getting infectious diseases in hospitals.
- Healthcare-associated infections affect patients and staff (e.g., TB, influenza, bloodborne pathogens).

[✔] Wet floors contribute to slip–and–fall accidents in hospitals.
- Environmental hazards like spills increase fall risk for patients, visitors, and staff.

[ ] Patients, but not workers, are exposed to risk in healthcare settings.
- This is false: workers (clinical and nonclinical) are also exposed to chemical, biological, physical, and ergonomic hazards.