Diabetes
This type of diabetes is an autoimmune disease that typically develops in childhood or young adulthood.
What is Type 1 diabetes
This is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infections.
What is hand washing
To prevent a patient from getting hurt from a fall or roll out of bed, the bed should be in this position.
What is low and locked
A normal adult blood pressure reading is around this value.
What is 120\80 mmHg
This is one of the leading causes of hospital admissions in the the elderly.
What is dehydration
This hormone, produced by the pancreas, helps regulate blood sugar levels.
What is insulin
These are precautions taken with all patients to prevent the spread of infections, regardless of diagnosis.
What are standard precautions
Residents with contagious infections may be placed on this type of precaution to prevent the spread of illness.
What is isolation precautions
A normal resting heart rate in an adult is around this value.
60-100bpm
People with diabetes should limit their intake of these 2 types of foods.
What are sugars and carbohydrates
This common form of diabetes is often linked to lifestyle factors like diet and exercise.
What is type 2 diabetes
This three-letter agency provides infection control guidelines for healthcare settings in the US
What is the CDC
Staff use this type of equipment to safely transfer residents who have limited mobility.
What is a Hoyer lift
A normal respiratory rate for an adult falls within this range.
What is 12-20 breaths per minute
A deficiency in this vitamin, found in meat and fortified cereals, can lead to anemia and memory problems in the elderly.
What is vitamin B12
People with type 1 diabetes must take this medication cor life.
What is insulin
This piece of PPE protects the wearer's nose and mouth from infectious droplets.
What is a mask
Residents with this disease affecting memory and cognition are at higher risk of falls due to confusion and wandering.
What is dementia or Alzheimer's disease
Hypertension is diagnosed when blood pressure consistently exceeds this systolic value.
What is 130mmHg
A lack of fiber in the diet can lead to this common digestive issue in older adults.
What is constipation
People with diabetes are at higher risk of this cardiovascular condition, which affects the heart and blood vessels.
What is heart disease
The three main modes of I section transmission are contact, droplet and this.
What is airborne
Before helping a resident stand or walk, staff should check that the resident has these secured on their feet.
What is proper footwear, such as shoes, slippers or grippy socks
This is often considered to be the 6th vital sign.
What is pain
This electrolyte found in bananas and potatoes helps maintain proper heart and muscle function.
What is potassium.