in ROM what does abduction mean
move an extremity away from the body
when making a bed after retrieving the linen what is the next step
elevate bed to a good working height
what does the "C" stand for in CPR
compressions (circulation)
4 oz. = how many ml
120 ml
when feeding use a
spoon: 1/3 full
face down
pronation
what does NPO mean
nothing by mouth
what position is the person in who is unconscious and you are providing oral care
side-lying position
what temperature is the water when cleaning dentures
cool or warm
catheters should be placed
on the bed frame or below the bladder
what is the compression to breath ratio for an adult
30:2
how long do you soak fingernails for before performing nail care
5 to 10 min.
the prefix brady means
slow
What does LLQ mean
left lower quadrant
supination
facing upward
never use safety razors on persons who
taking anticoagulants and dementia patients
if you have a person who is pregnant or obese and choking what will you do
lay them on the ground and perform chest thrusts
small, scant urine
olig/o
what does HS care mean
care at bedtime (hour of sleep)
when do you apply elastic stockings (anti embolic stockings)
before the person gets out of bed so that the legs are not swollen
clean catheter from
hold catheter at the meatus down the catheter 4 inches
what is the order of donning PPE
gown-mask-gloves
how is an occupied bed made
side to side
what is trendelenburg position
head of the bed is lowered and foot of the bed is raised
*requires doctor's order*
what is the order of doffing
gloves-gown-mask