Evaluate the respiratory therapy work environment for medical emergency preparedness.

Evaluation should include

• preparedness of the crash cart and assurance that its location is known to all personnel
• established disposal procedures for contaminated material
• appropriate application of standard and transmission-based precautions. 

Process/Skill Questions:

• What supplies should always be on a crash cart?
• Why do respiratory therapists need to be prepared for medical emergencies?
• What could happen if contaminated medical materials are not disposed of properly?
• What is the universal color used for biohazard containers?