Anatomy & Physiology
what is the largest organ in the body?
The skin
What are the five components of Vital Signs?
- Heart Rate
- Blood Pressure
- Respiratory Rate
- Temperature
- Pulse Oximetry
How many times do we check the medication before administering it?
Scrubs with the BSCN engraved on one sleeve, and the nursing badge
How many bones are there in the human body?
206 bones
What does it mean to palpate?
To feel
- could be to palpate (feel) a pulse of underlying structures
1000
what is the appropriate time for performing hand hygiene?
at least 15 - 30 seconds / or until dry
what is the scientific name for your vocal cords?
Larynx
Smoking
Exercising
Diet
Stress
How many litres (L) are in 1500mL?
1.5L
What are the different ways of measuring temperature?
Axillary, Oral, Tympanic, Rectal
what internal organ regenerates itself
the liver
What is tripod position?
It is the position when someone leans forward, supporting the upper body with hands on knees or another surface.
- It helps to lower your diaphragm and open your lung space to decrease shortness of breath
What is an Antipyretic medication?
Hint: something to do with body temperature
used to treat fever
What is the purpose of closing the door/curtains when working with patients?
What is the name of the bones that make up the spine?
Vertebrae
- There are 33 in total :)
Identify at least three aspects of health
Environmental, physical, emotional, psychological, social, and spiritual.
What is the maximum dose of Acetaminophen (Tylenol) a person can take in 24hrs?
4000mg/day
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