Anatomy
Largest organ?
Skin
Normal temp?
98.6
Meaning of PRN?
As needed
What PPE do you don first?
Gown
A 12-lead EKG evaluates?
Heart's electrical activity
Function of alveoli?
Gas exchange
BP stage >140/90?
Stage 2 Hypertension
Route IM stands for?
Intramuscular
How long must you wash your hands?
20 seconds
CBC measures?
Blood cells
Blood carries oxygen via?
Hemoglobin
Pulse site at wrist?
Radial
5 rights of medication?
Right patient/drug/dose/route/time
Difference between sterile and clean?
Sterile = no microorganisms
A1C reflects?
3-month glucose
Endocrine gland for insulin?
Pancreas
Desirable O2 saturation?
95% or higher
Insulin lowers?
Blood glucose
What PPE is needed for airborne illnesses?
N95 mask
Urinalysis checks?
Kidney function, metabolic function, infections
Protective layers surrounding the brain?
Meninges
Normal adult pulse?
60 - 100 bpm
Anticoagulants prevent?
Blood clotting
What are the first steps for needlestick accidents?
Wash the spot and report.
Troponin in blood tests indicates?
Cardiac injury