Nursing
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
How many chambers does the human heart have?
4
What does the prefix “brady-” mean?
Slow
What does BSNA stand for?
Black Student Nurses Association
A patient needs 500 mg of a medication. The tablets available are 250 mg each. How many tablets should the nurse give?
2 tablets
What are the four main vital signs?
emperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure
What organ is responsible for filtering waste from the blood and producing urine?
Kidneys
What does the suffix “-ectomy” mean?
Surgical removal
Who can become a member of BSNA?
Pre-nursing and nursing students
A patient is prescribed 1,000 mL of IV fluid. If the patient receives 500 mL, how much is left?
500 mL
What instrument do nurses commonly use to listen to a patient's heart and lungs?
Stethoscope
What is the largest organ in the human body?
Skin
What does the prefix “tachy-” mean?
Fast or rapid
Name one thing BSNA plans to offer members this semester.
Study nights, mentorship, professional development, community service, fundraising, or social events
What does the abbreviation NPO mean?
Nothing by mouth
A patient has a heart rate of 110 beats per minute. Is this considered tachycardia or bradycardia?
Tachycardia
What part of the brain is responsible for balance and coordination?
Cerebellum
What does “-itis” mean when found at the end of a medical term?
Inflammation
What is the purpose of BSNA's mentorship program?
To connect students with mentors for support, guidance, and professional growth.
Which piece of equipment is used to measure a patient's blood pressure?
lood pressure cuff / sphygmomanometer
What is the term for a medication that is given under the tongue?
Sublingual
What is the functional unit of the kidney?
Nephron
What does “hepat/o” refer to?
Liver
Name three ways you can get involved with BSNA this semester.
Any three BSNA activities, such as study nights, mentorship, community service, fundraising, professional development, or social events.
A patient is feeling dizzy and says they feel like they might faint while standing. What should the nurse do FIRST?
Have the patient sit or lie down to prevent a fall.