TERMS
Measures heart electrical activity.
EKG
Ensuring the medication is administered to the correct individual.
Right Patient
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Includes gloves, masks, and gowns.
Heart Rate (HR)
Normal range is 60-100 bpm.
Assesses lung function.
Spirometry
Accurately recording the administration of medication
Right Documentation
Professional Conduct
Involves respect, honesty, and patient advocacy.
Blood Pressure (BP)
Normal is less than 120/80 mmHg.
Transport to tissues and organs.
Distribution
Ensuring the correct medication is given.
Right Medication
Patient Rights
Includes access to records and confidentiality.
Temperature
Normal range is 97.8-99.1°F (36.5-37.3°C).
Avoid errors in patient care
Malpractice & Negligence
Ensuring the appropriate amount of medication is administered.
Right Dose
Consent Types
Includes express, implied, and informed consent
Respiration Rate (RR)
Normal range is 12-20 breaths/min.
Breakdown of substances, primarily in the liver.
Metabolism
Administering medication via the appropriate method.
Right Route
Sterilization Techniques
Includes autoclaving and chemical disinfectants.
blood oxygen(SpO2)
typically ranges between 95% and 100%.