Safety & Emergency
What does RACE stand for during a fire emergency?
Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish
What is the MOST important way to prevent the spread of infection?
Handwashing
What is an acronym you can use to remember all the body systems?
M-U-R-D-E-R-S---L-I-N-C
What does “brady-” mean?
Slow
What is confidentiality?
Keeping patient information private
A patient suddenly has drooping on one side of the face, slurred speech, and arm weakness. What medical emergency may be occurring?
Stroke
What does PASS stand for when using a fire extinguisher?
Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
Standard precautions mean:
Treat all patients as potentially infectious
Which body system controls hormones?
Endocrine system
What does “tachy-” mean?
Fast
What healthcare team member fills prescriptions?
Pharmacist
What is the largest organ in the body?
Skin
What is the correct compression rate for CPR?
100–120/min
Name one type of PPE.
Gloves, mask, gown, face shield...
What is homeostasis?
Maintaining a stable internal environment in the body. (balance)
The abbreviation CPR stands for:
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
An ethical dilemma is:
A difficult choice with no clear right answer
What is the normal adult temperature in Fahrenheit?
About 98.6°F
Code Blue means:
Cardiac arrest
Influenza and COVID-19 are examples of what type of disease?
Communicable diseases
What organ filters blood and removes waste?
Kidneys
What position places a patient flat on their back?
Supine position
What communication method is used to report patient information clearly?
SBAR
What does AED stand for?
Automated External Defibrillator
A patient is choking and cannot speak. What should you perform?
Abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver)
What body system is mainly affected by asthma?
Respiratory system
A stroke affects what body system?
Nervous
What does PRN mean?
As needed
What does scope of practice mean?
The duties and skills a healthcare worker is legally allowed to perform
What system includes the brain and spinal cord?
Nervous system