PATIENT CARE & POSITIONING
What position is commonly used for blood pressure measurement?
Seated with arm supported at heart level
What is the difference between a generic and a brand-name medication?
Generic is the official drug name; brand name is the manufacturer's trade name.
What does "tachy" mean?
Fast
What does AED stand for?
Automated External Defibrillator
What does HIPAA protect?
Patient privacy and health information.
Which position is used for gynecological examinations?
Lithotomy
Which route of medication administration is usually the fastest?
Intravenous (IV)
What does "brady" mean?
Slow
What is the first thing to check when approaching an unresponsive patient?
Scene safety
Can patient information be discussed in public hallways?
No.
Which position is commonly used for rectal examinations?
Sims Position
What does PRN mean?
As needed
What does "hyperglycemia" mean?
High blood sugar
What emergency condition is associated with facial swelling and difficulty breathing?
Anaphylaxis
What color container is used for sharps disposal?
Red (or approved sharps container).
A patient feels dizzy after standing. What should the MA do first?
Assist the patient to sit or lie down safely
A patient reports a rash after taking a medication. What should the MA document and report?
Possible allergic reaction.
What does "dyspnea" mean?
Difficulty breathing
A patient becomes unconscious in the waiting room. What should the MA do first?
Assess responsiveness and activate emergency response system.
What should an MA do immediately after a needlestick injury?
Wash area, report incident, follow exposure protocol.
What should be done before positioning a patient for any procedure?
Explain the procedure and obtain consent/cooperation
A provider orders 500 mg, but the medication available is 250 mg tablets. How many tablets are needed?
2 tablets
What does "hematuria" mean?
Blood in the urine
What is the compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR with one rescuer?
30:2
Name two examples of protected health information (PHI).
Patient name, DOB, address, medical record number, diagnosis, etc.