Nursing
What does the abbreviation “RN” stand for?
Registered Nurse
What is the largest organ in the human body?
The skin
What does “SDOH” stand for?
Social Determinants of Health
The prefix “tachy-” means…
“fast” or “rapid”
This vital sign measures the pressure of blood against your artery walls and is written as two numbers, systolic over diastolic.
Blood Pressure
What do nurses check when they take your pulse, temperature, and blood pressure?
Vitals Signs
Which chamber of the heart pumps oxygenated blood to the body?
Left ventricle
Give one example of a social determinant of health
income, education, housing, access to care, etc.
The suffix “-itis” means…
inflammation
This vital sign is often taken orally, axillary, tympanic, or rectally.
Body Temperature
What is the most important way to stop the spread of germs in healthcare?
Washing your hands
What part of the brain controls balance and coordination?
Cerebellum
What population in the U.S. is at higher risk for type 2 diabetes due to socioeconomic and dietary factors?
Hispanic/latino population
The root word “cardio” refers to which organ?
This vital sign is measured in beats per minute and can be taken at the wrist or neck.
When nurses listen to your heart and lungs, what instrument do they use?
A stethoscope
What type of joint is the shoulder?
Ball and socket joint
What is health literacy?
The ability to understand and use health information to make decisions
The prefix “hypo-” means what?
“below,” “low,” or “deficient”
This vital sign measures how many breaths a person takes per minute.
What does PPE stand for in a healthcare setting?
Personal Protective Equipment
What is the main function of red blood cells?
To carry oxygen
What is one goal of community-based health programs?
To reduce health disparities and improve access to care
What does the abbreviation “PRN” mean on a medication order?
as needed
A patient’s reading shows 92%. This vital sign measures the percentage of oxygen carried by red blood cells.
Oxygen Saturation (SpO₂)