Terminology
What does PRN mean?
As needed
What organ pumps blood throughout the body?
Heart
What tool is used to listen to heart and lung sounds?
Stethoscope
What is the normal adult respiratory rate?
12–20 breaths/min
I care for children and adolescents. What type of nurse am I?
Pediatrics Nurse
What does NPO mean?
How many lungs does a person normally have?
Two
What device measures a patient’s temperature?
Thermometer
What is the normal resting heart rate for most adults?
60–100 bpm
I work in a fast-paced environment, caring for patients with injuries, sudden illnesses, and life-threatening emergencies. What type of nurse am I?
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse / Emergency Department (ED) Nurse.
What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
Hypertension
What organ produces insulin?
Pancreas?
What device measures a patients oxygen saturation?
Pulse oximeter
What is the normal oxygen saturation for most healthy adults?
95–100%
What type of nurse cares for mothers and newborns after childbirth, assisting with postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, and newborn care?
Mother-Baby Nurse (Postpartum Nurse)
What does the term “edema” mean?
Swelling caused by excess fluid
What is the functional unit responsible for filtering blood and forming urine, and which organ is it found in?
Nephron; kidney.
What instrument do we use to test a patient’s deep tendon reflexes?
Reflex hammer
What is the normal adult body temperature in Fahrenheit, commonly taught as the average?
98.6 degrees F
I specialize in assessing and treating patients with pressure injuries, chronic wounds, and other skin conditions, helping promote healing and prevent complications. What type of nurse am I?
Wound Care Nurse (Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse)
What is the medical term for difficulty breathing?
Dyspnea
What part of the brain is responsible for balance and coordination?
Cerebellum
What device is used to administer medication or fluids into a vein at a controlled rate?
IV infusion pump
What is the normal serum sodium range?
135–145 mEq/L
I provide care to patients before, during, and after surgical procedures, ensuring their safety throughout the surgical process. What type of nurse am I?
Perioperative Nurse