Health Assessment Lab
A flat, non palpable skin lesion less than 1 cm in diameter is called a:
"What is": a Macule
What is the primary anatomical landmark used to measure the appropriate length for NG tube insertion?
"What is" The distance from the tip of the nose to the tragus, then to the xiphoid process.
Albuterol, a short acting beta-agonists is primarily used for which purpose?
"What is" Immediate relief of acute bronchospasm
What is a common side effect of opioids that does not go away with continued use?
"What is" Constipation
The term orthostatic hypotension refers to:
"What is" A significant drop in blood pressure upon standing
Why is it important to pre-oxygenate a patient before performing tracheostomy suction?
" What is".. To prevent hypoxemia during the suctioning procedure
Isolation that requires patient to be in a negative air pressurized room to prevent spread of disease
"What is" Airborne precaution"
What is the antidone for opiod overdose?
"What is" Naloxone (Narcan)
What heart sound is associated with the closure of Mitral and tricuspid valve?
"What is" S1 heart sound
When administering a subcutaneous injection of heparin, what is the preferred site to minimize risk of hematoma formation?
"What is" The abdomen at least 2 inches away form the umbilicus
A respiratory rate of 26 breaths per minute in an adult is termed
"What is" Tachypnea
What is a common side effect of albuterol?
"What is" Tachycardia
A positive Murphy's sign during an abdominal examination is indicative of inflammation in which organ?
"What is" Gallbladder
"What is" Hyperglycemia
In the assessment of cranial nerves, the inability to shrug shoulders aginst resistance suggests a dysfunction of which cranial nerve?
Cranial nerve XI (Accessory)
What condition requires caution when prescribing albuterol due to its cardiovascular effects?
"What is" Hypertension or Heart disease
When performing a respiratory assessment, which adventitious breath sound is characterized by high pitched, sounds commonly associated with asthma?
"What is" a wheeze
The tip of a properly placed PICC line should terminate in which location?
"What is": Superior vena cava
What over the counter medication is commonly used to reduce mild to moderate pain and fever but should be used cautiously due to potential liver toxicity?
" What is" Acetaminophen
Which TB medication causes oragne discoloration of urine or sweat?
"What is" Rifampin