Skills
normal pulse range for adult
60-100
What is the term for putting PPE on?
DON
what is a sphygmomanometer
blood pressure cuff
cardi-
heart
nothing by mouth
how long do you listen to an apical pulse for?
60 seconds
What is the term for taking PPE off?
Doff
where do we dispose of bloody gauze
biohazard bin
pulomonary
lungs
BR
Bed Rest
location of radial pulse
You remove what last when taking off PPE?
Mask
Where do we dispose of sharp items- needles, ampules
sharps container
tachy-
fast
PRN
As needed
The first area you wash when doing bed bath
eyes
The minimum precautions used
the location of body structures
anatomy
brady-
slow
What does OSHA stand for?
Occupational Safety and Health Act
When using a walker what do you move first? Walker, weak leg, strong leg
walker
What is the name of an infection acquired while in a healthcare facility?
nosocomial
The function of a body system
physiology
hypertension
high blood pressure
What does HIPAA stand for?