which of the following is an appropriate treatment for a patient with sprained ankle ?
Apply ice ,elevate , wear a comparison on ankle
which of the following is an example of a solid dosage form?
capsule
A Pulse oximeter may inaccurately measures low oxygen saturation due to what ?
cold fingers
What does EKG measure ?
Electrical activity of the heart
which of the following vital signs is considered a normal adult blood pressure
120/80mmHg
Priority action for major burn,such as forth degree
call 911
A medication designed to be placed under the tongue is called a ?
sublingual tablet
When should the code on glucose cuvettes be compared to the code on the glucometer ?
Before patient is tested
How many leads are used in a standard 12 lead EKG?
12
What is the first step in performing any clinical procedure ?
Explaining the procedure to the patient
which of the following area are considered sterile ?
The drape on the myo stand that is 12 inches or more away from the body
which does forms is intended for injection into the body ?
Parenteral
how does an antitussive work?
suppress the cough reflex
What does the P wave represent in an EKG
Atrial depolarization
which of the following is the most accurate site for measuring core body temperature ?
Rectal
which of the following is the ratio of compression to breath when performing CPR on adult ?
30 chest compressions ; 2 breaths
Which of the following dosage forms is designed to dissolve slowly in the mouth for local effect ?
Lozenge
A patient experiencing heatstroke may manifest which of the following ?
Hot skin
Which part of the Ekg represents ventricular depolarization ?
QRS complex
How long should hands be washed in routine clinical setting?
15-20 secs
Which of the following conditions would be an indication for the use for automated extended defillmiller (AED)
cardiac arrest
Which dosage form is typically used for extended or controlled drug release ?
sustained release capsule
A patient begins to faint as a ma is drawing her blood , what should the ma do
position patient flat on her back
Which EKG lead is considered the ground lead ?
RL
Which of the following requires contact precautions?
MRSA( Methicillin-Resistant )