Question

What is automatic or passive protection, and provide two examples. type the answers .200 words please.

Answer 1

Automatic or passive protection is the protection enabled by modifying products or the environment involved in a system .It helps to reduce or prevent unintentional injuries.Implementation of automatic protection in health care delivery system is very important in reducing the risk of injuries both for staffs and patients .Automative protection is a part of proactive management in dealing with injuries or events.

Example .1.Child-proof safety caps on medicine bottle,here the protection is enabled by altering the caps so that it will prevent kids from opening the bottle.

Example.2. Installing Bed safety alarms ,which will notify the nurse for assistance once the patient comes out of the bed .It will be installed for patients at risk of fall and prevents or reduce the risk of fall .