A portable suction machine fails during the equipment check before a busy shift. What is the best action?
Correct answer: A. Label it defective and arrange a working replacement
- A. Label it defective and arrange a working replacement
- B. Keep it available in case another machine fails
- C. Ask a patient attendant to test and repair it
- D. Clean it and return it without reporting the fault
Explanation
Defective equipment should be removed from use, clearly labelled and reported according to hospital policy. Keeping it available may cause dangerous delays during airway emergencies.
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