Procedural Positions
When preparing a patient for a rectal exam, what position should the patient be put in?
Hypothyroidism
This right consists of using two patient identifiers to verify that they are about to administer a medication to the right _____.
The Right Patient
These are large, complex molecules the body makes from amino acids.
Proteins.
This instrument is wrapped around a patients arm and is necessary to obtain vitals.
Sphygmomanometer. (blood pressure cuff)
Supine position.
This condition affects the integumentary system and results in baldness of the scalp. This condition may also affect the eyebrows and eyelashes.
Alopecia
This right consists of checking the label three times to verify the _____ , strength and dose.
The right medication.
These are organic compounds that combine carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen into sugar molecules and come primarily from plant sources.
Carbohydrates.
When preparing a patient for a neck/spine procedure, the patient would be instructed to resume this position.
Rheumatoid arthritis.
This right consists of comparing the dosage on the prescription in the patient's medical record with the dosage on the medication's label.
The right dose
These are a highly concentrated source of energy the body can use as a backup for available glucose.
Otoscope.
Lithotomy position.
Aneurysm.
This right consists of the patients right to deny any prescribed medication or treatment.
The right to refuse
This is a complex carbohydrate that humans cannot digest. Also has a common name of "roughage" and can be found in leafy vegetables.
Fiber.
This instrument is used for listening to your heart rate or breathing. This instrument is also necessary for obtaining vitials.
Stethoscope.
Patients should be instructed to resume this position when preparing for a rectal/gynecologic exam.
Knee-elbow position.
This right consists of informing patients why the provider has prescribed the medication for them.
Vitamins.
Speculum.