Body Systems
The body's first line of defense
What is the Integumentary System?
When putting on elastic stockings
What is supine?
To relieve pain
What are Analgesics?
PO
What is by mouth?
The center of the healthcare team
Who is the Patient (client or resident)?
Supports the body, stores minerals, and aides in making the blood
What is the Musculoskeletal system?
To aid in relieving breathing difficulties
What is the tripod?
Only used to treat bacterial infections
What are Antibiotics?
Fx
What is fracture?
Responsible for the running of the facility
Who is an Administrator?
Extracts nutrients and eliminates waste
What is the Digestive system?
Helps to avoid a bowel perforation
What is Sim's?
Low dose aspirin, Coumadin or Heparin
What are Anticoagulants?
N&V
What are nausea and vomiting?
Maintains order for charts and other paperwork
Who is a Unit Manager?
Regulates body functions and emotions
What is the Endocrine system?
Ensure that the client is not laying on their lower arm
What is side-lying?
Used to treat HTN, heart disease or failure, or kidney disease
What are diuretics?
PROM
What is passive range of motion?
Manages the patient's POC
Who is the Staff Nurse?
Controls both autonomic and somatic functions
What is the Nervous system?
Monitor for potential friction and shearing
What is High Fowler's?
Slows down the heart rate while increasing the force of each contraction
What is cardiotonic?
BKA
What is below the knee amputation?
Are the eyes and ears of the nursing staff
Who is a Nursing Assistant?