BWH
True or false: Brigham and Women’s Hospital is not a nonprofit.
False
What does “RN” stand for?
Registered Nurse
What does “HCEP” stand for?
Healthcare Career Exploration Program
What brand of over-the-counter acetaminophen was first introduced in 1955?
Tylenol
Glycogen is the way the body stores glucose - better known by what common name?
Sugar
What does a “code blue” refer to?
A medical emergency
What does “DNR” stand for?
Do not resucitate
What does “PAS” stand for?
Patient Access Services
The most widely used vaccine in the history of medicine is mostly used to treat which infection of the lungs?
Tuberculosis
What body system is the liver a part of?
The Digestive System
Does BWH have a pediatric department?
No
What does “PACU” stand for?
Post anesthesia care unit
What floor is the Pike on?
2nd floor
In which ancient empire was the first recorded reference to the brain found?
Egypt
What type of blood cells fight infections and diseases?
White blood Celles
What are BWH’s 4 core values?
1. We care
2. We create breakthroughs
3. We purse excellence
4. We’re stronger together
What does “AMA” stand for?
Against medical advice
One of our HCEP guest speakers was Dr. Marc Pimentel. What department does he work in?
Anesthesia/Department of Quality and Safety
In 1820, who became widely considered the founder of modern nursing?
Florence Nightingale
What blood type is the universal plasma donor?
AB
Fill in the blank: In 1923 – Elliott Cutler, MD, performed the world's first successful ___ surgery at the Peter Bent Brigham Hospital.
Heart Valve
During a clinical assessment, a brain imaging scan called a PET scan may be administered. What does PET stand for?
Positron Emission Tomography
During Elyse M. Doherty, PA-C’s session, she mentioned the differences and similarities between pursuing a career as a MD versus pursuing a career as a PA. What was the main difference she mentioned?
Residency for MDs (Longer Education)
What body part was first x-rayed in 1895?
Hands
What country has the highest life expectancy in the world?
Japan