Vital Signs
What is a vital sign we (QU nursing students) measure every morning?
Blood pressure.
What medication is commonly used to reduce fever: Tylenol or insulin?
Tylenol
Which organ pumps blood throughout the body?
The heart.
What should you do before and after going to the bathroom to help prevent infection?
Perform hand hygiene.
Who is the "King of Pop" ?
Michael Jackson
Which vital sign is measured using a thermometer?
Body temperature.
What type of medication treats bacterial infections?
Antibiotics.
What does “shortness of breath” mean?
Difficulty breathing or feeling unable to get enough air.
Should you ask for help before walking if you feel dizzy?
Yes.
Which holiday is known for fireworks on July 4?
Independence Day.
What is the usual resting heart rate for an adult?
60–100 beats per minute.
T/F when taking antibiotic, it is okay to stop taking the medication once you feel better.
False; You must finish your entire prescribed course of antibiotics, even if your symptoms go away.
What instrument is used to listen to heart and lung sounds?
A stethoscope.
T/F Walking with no socks in a clustered room is okay to do.
False. It is important to wear non-slipper socks to prevent falls.
What did people put on an envelope before mailing a letter?
A postage stamp.
When counting respirations, one rise and fall of the chest counts as how many breaths?
One breath.
Which medication lowers blood sugar?
Insulin.
What does an EKG measure?
The heart’s electrical activity.
If you spill water on the floor, what should you do?
Tell staff so it can be cleaned up.
What machine did people use to type letters before computers?
A typewriter.
What is the usual resting respiratory rate for an adult?
12–20 breaths per minute.
T/F Medications can be given through several routes, including by mouth, by injection, and through the skin.
True
T/F The lung is the biggest organ.
Fale. The skin is the biggest organ in the body.
True or false: You should take medicine offered by another resident.
False. Only take medication provided for you by your nurse or authorized caregiver.
Which singer was known as the “King of Rock and Roll”?
Elvis Presley.