Because I said so
(DWP)
(DWP)
Where do you go to give GEM points to coworkers?
MyUH Appreciates (Left side)
How often should you be completing RQI modules/skills?
Every quarter
(and at time of hire)
What must be done at least once a shift to ensure accurate readings from an arterial line?
Verify level transducer, zero transducer
Per policy, what is the time frame to notify a provider of a critical result/value?
60 minutes
(document in the EMR)
Who would you notify if your patient is having trouble breathing?
Respiratory Therapy
Where do you go to sign up for your benefits?
MyUHHR (Right side)
What GPS modules need to be completed by the end of orientation week 2?
Telemetry Tier 1 and 2
What is proper procedure for cleaning the skin prior to drawing blood cultures?
Clean with ChloraPrep for a minimum of 30seconds AND allow to dry for 30seconds.
Per policy, what are five alternatives that should be attempted prior to applying non-violent restraints to an adult patient?
Verbal instructions, distraction, basic needs met, reducing stimulation, modifying the environment, encourage family at bedside, bed alarms, frequent rounding, music
From a hospital phone, what number do you call for a BAT?
x41111
How do you navigate to your resource to determine drug compatability?
Drug Information > Lexi-Comp > Trissel's
If you miss a quarter of RQI skills, what do you do?
Complete them in the order they were originally due.
What is the appropriate dose range of Fentanyl for management of acute pain?
25-50mcg IVP q10min to goal of pain control or advancement to infusion PRN
Per policy, what is vital sign frequency when administering PRBCs?
Immediately before the infusion begins
15min after the infusion starts and again in 15min (15min x2)
30min x2
Every hour until the unit is complete
Post transfusion
Your patient is decompensating (AMS, hypotensive, diaphoretic) but awake with a pulse, who are you going to notify for assistance?
Rapid Response (x55555)
Primary Team
What is VS frequency on a telemetry nursing unit when IVP Metoprolol is given?
q15min x4
q1hr x2
q4hrs
Where do you look in GPS to see what upcoming classes you have?
On your transcript
On the home page, middle section "My Next 5 Classroom/Zoom Sessions"
What type of blood products can a patient with AB+ blood receive (include PRBC, FFP, Platelets, and Cryo)?
PRBC/Platelets/Cryo - All
FFP - AB+, AB-
Per protocol, what CIWA score is life threatening and may require transfer to ICU?
CIWA >20 is life-threatening
The patient and their family are disagreeing about code status. What are your resources to assist in the conversation?
Ethics
Palliative Care
If COVID never goes away, where can you find your proper size of N95 mask?
Employee Health > Fit Testing > Find Your Mask Size Here
Name 3 locations of RQI carts at CMC.
Hanna 4, LT2, LT3, NSU, LT6, LKSD20, CDU (B17)
What are the anatomical landmarks for the placement of V-lead EKG electrodes?
V1 - 4th ICS, R sternal boarder
V2 - 4th ICS, L sternal boarder
V3 - Halfway between V2 and V4
V4 - 5th ICS midclavicular
V5 - 5th ICS anterior axillary
V6 - 5the ICS midaxillary
Per policy, what are three patient care items that can not be delegated to a LPN?
Initial administration of blood, central line blood draws, accessing/deaccessing an implanted port, changing caps on a central line, documenting the Plan of Care, administer IVP medications
You and your preceptor have different learning/teaching styles leading to non-productive communication. Who is your resource?
Clinical Educator, Leadership
(have a direct conversation with team member)