Physical Exam
more likely to get a disease
what is a risk factor?
in the center of the pack next to the instrument
where should sterilization strips be placed?
dia-
through or complete
instrument for opening a body cavity for viewing
what is a speculum?
ask them to verify their name and date of birth
how do you properly identify a patient?
70% solution of alcohol
Alcohol percentage used as disinfectant in the medical office
-scope
to view/examine
the process of destroying all forms of microbial life including bacterial spores
what is sterilization?
two or more diseases may have similar symptoms
what is a differential diagnosis?
autoclave
what is the most common method for sterilization?
-gnosis
knowledge
to provide proper conditions for growth and development
what is incubate?
long term, more than 3 months ex: diabetes, HIV/AIDS
rapid onset (severe) ex: broken bone or asthma attack
what is the difference between chronic and acute illness?
carefully and as little as possible
store in a clean, dry area free from dust, etc.
most recent placed in back
make sure pack not open, torn or wet
Guidelines for handling and storing sterilized packs
the branch of medicine that deals with the treatment and control of obesity and disease associated with obesity
what is bariatrics?