Clinical Nursing
What device is used to measure oxygen saturation?
Pulse oximeter
What is the most common method used to identify human remains?
DNA analysis
What does the suffix “-algia” mean?
Pain
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Convert 0.5 g to mg.
500 mg
What is the normal adult respiratory rate range?
12–20 breaths per minute
What type of fingerprint pattern is the most common?
Loop
What does the suffix “-itis” mean?
Inflammation
What is the correct compression-to-breath ratio for adult single-rescuer CPR?
30 compressions to 2 breaths
What does “PRN” mean?
As needed.
What position is a patient in when lying on their back?
Supine
What technique separates DNA fragments by size using an electric current?
Gel electrophoresis
Break down “hypoglycemia.”
Hypo (low) + glyc (sugar) + emia (blood condition)
What is the recommended compression depth for adult CPR?
At least 2 inches (about 5 cm)
What ethical principle refers to doing no harm?
Nonmaleficence
What electrolyte imbalance is commonly associated with muscle cramps and cardiac arrhythmias?
Hypokalemia
What type of blood spatter pattern results from a gunshot wound?
High-velocity impact spatter
What does “hepatosplenomegaly” mean?
Enlargement of the liver and spleen
What is the recommended compression rate for high-quality CPR?
100–120 compressions per minute
What is the hardest substance in the human body?
Enamel
A patient has BP 88/54, HR 124, cool clammy skin. What type of shock is most likely?
Hypovolemic shock
What statistical principle estimates the probability of a random DNA match in a population?
Random match probability
Define “thrombocytopenia.”
Low platelet count
After delivering a shock with an AED, how long should you check for a pulse before resuming compressions?
Do not check pulse — immediately resume CPR for 2 minutes
A doctor orders 500 mg. The vial contains 250 mg/5 mL. How many mL should be given?
10 mL