vital signs
what are the four main vital signs ?
temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure
what is the most important way to prevent the spread of infection?
hand hygiene
what is -itis ?
inflammation
what should you do before helping a patient out of bed?
make sure the bed is locked and the patient is safe and stable
who is hattia favorite artist ?
Hattia-Billie eilish
what is the normal resting pulse rate for and adult ?
60-100 beats per minute
when should health care workers wear gloves?
when they might be in contact with body fluids,mucous membrane,or contaminated items
what is a root word ?
its pertaining to a body part
what is one way to prevent patient falls?
make sure that you identify that they are a patient fall risk and no clutter in the room
what is 1400 o'clock ?
2:00pm
what is the normal respiratory rate for an adult ?
12-20 breaths per minute
what does PPE stand for?
personal protective equipment
what is mammo?
breast
why should a healthcare worker identify a patient before providing care?
to make sure the correct patient receives the correct care.
what phrase does Ms. adkins say a lot ?
"Sorry not Sorry"
what is considered a normal adult temperature and fahrenheit ?
98.
what should you do after removing gloves?
perform hand hygeine
what what is splenomegaly
enlargment of the spleen
a patient begins to fall while you are assisting them.what should you do?
support them and guide the safety to the floor rather than trying to stop the fall by force.
what is Ms. Adkins favorite bone ?
Femur
a patient have a blood pressure of 88/55mmhg a pulse of 118 BPM and reports feeling dizzy. what vital signs abmorality is most concerning
hypotenstion and tachycardia/ the low blood pressure and rapid pulse can indicate poor circulation and should be reported promptly
a health care worker accidentally gets blood on their skin what should they do first?
immediately wash the area thoroughly with soap and water and report the exposure accordingly to facility policy.
what medical term means inflammation of the inner lining of the heart and its valves
endocarditis
a patient is confused and repeatedly tries to get out of bed without assistance.what should the healthcare worker do first?
assess the patients needs and safety,keep them supervised,and notify the appropriate nurse according to facility policy.
when is hattia and Riley birthday ?
Hattia-October 15
Riley- December 11