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What is the definition of auscultations?
to listen most commonly with a stethoscope
What is the device used to examine the ear?
Otoscope
What is the device used to examine the eye?
Ophthalmoscope
What type of forceps are used to remove sutures?
dressing forceps
What position should a patient be in for a sigmoidoscopy procedure?
sims
What angle of degree should a patient's arm be placed when applying a sling?
90 degrees
What are some general rules for transferring a patient from a wheelchair to a table?
Take advantage of any assistance the patient can provide in lifting and moving.
Mole (nevi) removal
Describe the term arthrocentesis
needle aspiration of synovial fluid from a joint
Who is your academic dean?
Ms. Curtis
A patient with lower extremities a tib/fib fracture or a tarsal/calcaneus injury will need what type of mobility aid?
Crutches
What are the guidelines for height of a walker and the patient elbow degree?
height should be patient's hip level
elbow degree should be 25- 30 degrees
Describe the procedure set up for a cyst removal with I & D
2. Incision into the site to drain pus from infected area
3. pack with sterile gauze for the site to heal properly from the inside out.
Define sigmoidoscopy
insertion of a scope to visualize the lower portion (sigmoid) colon.
When does christmas start and when do we return?
Starts Dec 24 - Jan 3rd
List common grasping and clamping instruments
Splinter forceps
dressing forceps
transfer/sponge forceps
tissue forceps
hemostats
towel forceps
List common cutting and dissecting instruments
Suture removal scissors
iris scissors
scalpel