vital signs
What is the normal range for adult oral temperature?
what is 97.6°F – 99.6°F
What is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infection?
what is Handwashing
How often should incontinent patients be checked?
what is Every 2 hours or as needed
What does “PRN” mean?
what is As needed
What does HIPAA protect?
what is Patient health information
How long should you count a regular radial pulse?
What is 30 seconds, then double it
What type of PPE is needed for contact precautions?
what is Gloves and gown
What’s the correct order for bed bathing?
what is Eyes, face, neck, arms, chest, abdomen, legs, feet, back, perineal area
What does “ADL” stand for?
what is activities of daily living
Define “negligence.”
what is Failing to provide proper care, resulting in harm
What is considered a normal respiratory rate for adults?
What is 12-20 breaths per minute
What is the chain of infection?
what is Infectious agent, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, susceptible host
What is the term for turning a patient every 2 hours?
what is Repositioning
Dysphagia” refers to difficulty with what?
what is Swallowing
What is informed consent?
what is Patient understands and agrees to a procedure/treatment
What position should the patient be in when taking blood pressure?
what is Sitting or lying with arm supported at heart level
Define medical asepsis.
what is Practices that reduce the number/spread of pathogens
What’s the safest way to assist a patient with ambulation?
What is Use a gait belt and walk slightly behind on the weak side
What does “TID” mean in medication orders?
what is Three times a day
Can a CNA share a patient’s info with their family without permission?
what is No
What is systolic vs. diastolic pressure?
what is Systolic = heart contracting, Diastolic = heart resting
What is the difference between standard and transmission-based precautions?
what is Standard = for all patients; Transmission-based = specific to known infections
Name 3 signs of skin breakdown.
What is Redness, swelling, warmth, open sores
Define “tachycardia".
what is Fast heart rate (over 100 bpm)
What should you do if you witness abuse?
what is Report it immediately to the nurse or supervisor