Identification should include
- loss of heat due to equipment failure, power failure, or service disconnection
- signs and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning
- risks involved with the use of heating devices (e.g., space heater, wood stove, fireplace, gas log, heat pads, heating blankets).
Process/Skill Questions:
- How should a home health aide respond to heating equipment failure?
- How does one obtain fire and carbon monoxide warning devices?
- How can a home health aide reduce the risk of injury to oneself and the client when using home heating equipment?
- Why is it important to have an evacuation plan in place?
- What are guidelines to help prevent thermal injury?
- What should the home health aide do if they identify a risk factor?