Phlebotomy
The color of test tube used to collect a PT-Prothrombin Time
The cytological screening test used to detect cancer of the cervix.
Pap Test/Pap smear
The form requiring signature from patient prior to any minor surgical or other procedure being performed.
Consent Form
The ratio of chest compressions and rescue breaths given to an adult or child during CPR.
30:2
Name at least 3 items you are likely to find in an Emergency Kit or on a Crash cart.
Emergency RX's, PPE (Gloves, Mask), O2 Tank/Key
Lavender
The American Cancer Society recommends that patient not use what 48 hours prior to a Pap test?
Tampon
A type of forceps used for surgical procedures
Hemostats
100-120
An unexpected occurrence or situation demanding immediate action.
Emergency
Order of Draw
Blood Cultures
Light Blue
Red
Gold
Light Green
Dark Green
Lavender
Gray
Yellow
How many days after a patient has their menstrual cycle should they wait to have a Pap test done, and why?
At least 5 days, the red blood cells can interfere with the results of the cytology
Antiseptic
A graphic recording of the electrical activity of the heart, identifies heart rhythms and provides a method of detecting the progression of a cardiac disease.
ECG/EKG
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation, Referral
The order used to collect a CBC, TSH, and Iron test
Gold- TSH, Green- Iron, and Lavender - CBC
The instrument used to scrape the lining of the uterus for a specimen and to remove growths or remnants of an abortion.
Curette
Name the 5 steps of cleaning a wound in order.
1. Clean and assess
2. Wash with betadine or other antimicrobial solution, water, use friction
3. Apply antiseptic
4. Apply pressure or bandage
5. Prepare suture setup, if needed
Describe the clotting process in order, 7 steps.
1. Injury occurs, resulting in cut blood vessel
2. Serotonin-released to constrict the vessel
3. Thromboplastin- platelets and injured tissues are released
4. Prothrombin (in plasma)- calcium ions + blood clotting factors + thromboplastin
5. Fibrinogen- Thrombin acts as an enzyme to conver to..
6. Fibrin- catches blood cells and forms
7. Clot
What to include when collecting and documenting information during a medical emergency.
Who, What, When, Where
What two times of day should a Cortisol level be drawn?
0800 and 1600
What is the difference between Obstetrics and Gynecology?
Obstetrics focuses on pregnancy and childbirth, Gynecology deals with all aspects of women's reproductive health.
Name at least 3 common medical office surgical procedures.
Describe the six steps to the Chain of Survival when it comes to a patient suffering from sudden cardiac arrest or myocardial infarction.
1. Recognition of early warning signs
2. Activation of the EMS System
3. Basic CPR initiated
4. Early defibrillation with AED
5. Intubation
6. Intravenous administration of medications.
Describe the 5 steps of responding to a medical emergency, in the correct order.
1. Survey the scene
2. Determine the severity of the emergency
3. Determine who needs to be treated first (if more than one person is involoved)
4. Check for universal emergency medication ID symbol, especially upon an unconscious patient
5. Know how to summon assistance, activate EMS