Key Procedures
Abbreviations to Know
Miscellaneous Knowledge
100

This adjusts environments or tasks to fit healthcare workers.

What is ergonomics?

100

This abbreviation means "by mouth."

What is PO?

100

Bloodborne pathogens include these viruses.

What are HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C?

200

The most common site to check the pulse in adults.

What is the radial artery?

200

This abbreviation means "Do Not Resuscitate."

What is DNR?

200

This vital signs acronym stands for temperature, pulse, and respiration.

What is TPR?

300

his process removes waste from the blood when kidneys fail.

What is dialysis?

300

This act protects patient health information.

What is HIPAA?

300

These five elements make up the chain of infection.

What are a reservoir, portal exit, mode of transmission, portal entry, and susceptible host?

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