Abbreviations
q4
every 4 hours
What is the first step of the nursing process?
Assessment
Device used to listen to internal sounds of the body. Used to listen to breath sounds, heart, bowels, etc.
Stethoscope
206
What is the name for a nurse's uniform?
Scrubs
NPO
Nothing by mouth
What are the two patient identifiers?
Name and date of birth
Device used to measure amount of oxygen in the blood as well as patients heart rate.
Pulse Oximeter
What part of the body does asthma effect?
Lungs
What is the normal heart rate range for adults?
60-100 bpm
pc
after meals
What are the first steps upon entering a patient's room?
Knock, provide privacy, introduce self, wash hands.
What instrument looks into the ear canal.
Otoscope
What part of the body filters blood?
Kidneys
What is the name of the exam nurses will take to become licensed?
NCLEX
SC
Subcutaneous
How many steps are there of the nursing process?
5
Device that drains and collects urine from the bladder.
Catheter
What part of the body produces insulin?
Pancreas
Name all of the vital signs
Temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation.
Pain!!
NKA
No known allergies
________ determines if the patient has achieved their goals.
Evaluation
This device is mostly used to allow healthcare providers to check and gauge pupil dilation/response.
Penlight
What part of the body makes red blood cells?
Bone marrow
If a patient has an O2 stat of 92%, what are the nurse's next steps?
Elevate head of the bed, receive order for oxygen, and assess.