POSITIONING
What position requires the patient to lie on their back?
supine
What does the P stand for in PASS?
Pull the pin
The nurse instructs a PCT to use large muscle groups when lifting. What is the rationale for this instruction?
Proper body mechanics provide for even distribution of workload
The older adult is at increased risk for poisoning from what?
Medications
Hepatitis A
How many degrees is the head of the bed raised in a Semi-Fowlers position
30 degrees
To walk
Vision changes
How is Hepatitis C spread?
Blood from a person with the virus
Name the position where the head of the bed is raised 45-60 degrees?
Fowlers Position
What does ROM stand for?
Range Of Motion
Before assisting with ambulation what should your patient have on?
Non slip footwear
Name a reason that an elderly patient would have an increased risk of falls?
Unsteady Gait
How do bloodborne pathogens enter your system?
Open cuts, skin abrasions, mucus membranes
What can your elderly patient be at risk for when they from a lying to a standing position?
orthostatic hypotension
Name each word in RACE?
Rescue patients
Activate the alarm
Confine the fire
Extinguish or evacuate
What should you leave within a patient's reach before leaving the room?
call light
If you suspect your patient is a victim of poisoning who could you call to assist you?
Poison Control Center
What type of Hepatitis are you exposed to if you get stuck by a needlestick left on a patient's bed?
Hep B
Name each word in PASS?
Aim low
Squeeze handle
Sweep unit