Vitals
Where do you check temperature for an infant under a year old?
Rectal temperature
Sim's position
What does S in SAMPLE stand for?
Signs
What is it equipment called to check ears?
Otoscope
What is the very first thing you should do when first bring a patient into the room?
Wash your hands
What is a normal pulse range for an adult?
60-100
What is the Lithotomy position used for?
To get PAP smear
What question could you ask with P in OPQRST?
What factors make the symptoms worse or better?
What instrument is used to check for reflexes?
Percussion hammer
What is a chief complaint?
The main reason patient is coming in for a visit
What is a normal respiration for an adult?
12-20 breaths
What position would a patient have to be in for a breast examination?
Supine
Why is it important to know about their family history?
To know if they are more prone to certain diseases
What instrument is used to check for internal body sounds?
Stethoscope
When should you disinfect the exam room?
What are the different type of ways you can get a temperature?
What position does the patient have to be in for knee examination?
Fowler
Why would we need to know if they are taking any illegal drugs?
What is a sphygmomanometer used for?
To check blood pressure
When should you wear gloves?
When handling the patient
Where is the most frequent used pulse site when checking for pulse?
The radial pulse
What reasoning would you need to use the dorsal recumbent position?
Abdominal examination
Why would it be necessary to know what they do for work?
To take time off of work depending on how physically straining it could be for them
What does the nurse stick have to check vitals?
Blood pressure cuff, thermometer, O2 sat
What should you confirm with the patient when you call them up to go to the back office?
Full name and DOB