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why do we drape a pt
for modesty and warmth
person who can not see close objects
hyeropia
microorganisms that produce disease
pathogens
one kilogram is equal to how many pounds
2.2
process of measuring the pt is known as
mensuration
how far should probe be place for a rectal on an infant
1/2 inch
picked up in the course of daily activities are attached loosely to skin and are often pathogens
transient flora
treatment administered to an individual after exposure to an infectious disease
post exposure prophylaxis
what are some characteristic of bacterial spores
consist of hard thick-walled capsule, represent a resting and protective stage, more resistant to heat, usually can not be killed by disinfectants
what is the purpose of wrapping articles before they are sterilized
from being recontaminated
what should be included on consent to treat form
explanation of risks, alternative treatment or procedure available, prognosis, purpose of recommended procedure
infections that results from a defective immune system that can not defend itself from pathogens normally found in environment
opportunistic
free of all living microorganism and spores
sterile
what thermometer can be used on all ages
temporal
why do we ask a pt to void before the physical exam
make exam easier and provide comfort, no blood to be seen if doing pap
when is health history taken
before MD preforms exam
all agents that kill disease producing microorganisms and usually applied to inanimate object
disinfectant
person who can not fight off a pathogen that has entered his or her body
susceptible host
what are examples of PPE
gloves, masks, gowns
acute illness is what
sudden onset, severe and intense and subsides after short period of time
during ear irrigation how would you prevent injury to tympanic membrane
injecting solution toward the roof of the ear canal
tiny living plant or animal that can not be seen by the naked eye
microorganisms
who has the fastest pulse
infant
when is the height of an adult patient measured
first office visit or on an annual exam
what artery is used when doing BP
brachial