Parts of the body
What are joints filled with?
synovial fluid
when lifting a heavy object, is it easier to push and pull or lift up and down?
Push or pull
What are the three types of beds one can make?
1. Unoccupied
2. Occupied
3. Surgical
What are the 4 elements of communication
1. sender
2. message
3. receiver
4. feedback
What is PPE?
P- personal
P- protective
E- equipment
where is the 'unla' located?
In your forearm
Why do we need to use body mechanics?
Less fatigue, prevents injuries, makes your job or work easier
why should the hem of the sheets be kept away from the patients skin?
To prevent sores and skin irritation
what is the difference between objective and subjective
Objective can be seen, while subjective cannot be seen or felt
What is normal flora?
bacteria that should be in your body in certain places
What do ligaments do?
They connect bone to bone
what is your center of gravity?
Your hips
what is the purpose of mitered corners?
Prevents sheets from slipping out and prevents wrinkles in the sheets
why is asking questions important?
it adds more additional information and helps make the statement more clear
True or False. Antibiotics work on only bacteria
True
How many bones are in the vertebrae?
33
What do you do when you want to change directions while carrying something?
pivot
Why does the opening of the pillow case stay faced away from the door?
The prevent germs from coming into the pillow
Why are "I" statements important?
1. more honest and direct
2. allows you to be more confident
3. accepts responsibly for your statements
4. admits your true feelings
What is the difference between bactericidal and bacteriostatic
bactericidal kills all microorganisms while bacteriostatic slows the growth of microorganisms
Name 2 immovable joints.
Cranium and sternum
What are the five steps for lifting
1. squat close to the load
2. keep your back straight
3. grasp object firmly
4. hold close to your body
5. lift by pushing with arms or legs
list 3 things to remember when handling linen while making a hospital bed.
don't let it touch the floor, don't shake it, don't let it touch your scrubs, make them as wrinkle free as possible, do one side at a time
what are the 4 types of feedback methods?
1. paraphrasing
2. reflecting
3. asking questions
4. requesting examples
Define self innoculation
a microorganism of our own body that travels to another part of the body and causes infection