Care At Home 101
Washing your hands regularly helps to stop the spread of these
What are germs?
This may be required if a cut is deep or won't stop bleeding
What are stitches?
If a person can’t breathe well or feels like they are suffocating, they should go to this place right away
What is the emergency room?
You have a small splinter that can be easily removed with tweezers and a first aid kit
What is performing self-care?
If you are having thoughts of self-harm, you can reach out to this free 24/7 hotline
What is 988?
Getting enough of this daily helps your immune system to recover from minor illnesses
What is rest/sleep?
A patient with fever, body aches, and a cough may have this performed at urgent care to confirm this seasonal virus
What is a rapid flu test?
If you go to the emergency room with a broken leg they will usually do this to confirm it
What is an X-ray?
You have a fever of 103.7 that has continued to rise over the past 4 days
What is the emergency room?
If you need over-the-counter medication for a minor headache, cold, or allergy, you can get it here
What is your local pharmacy/drugstore?
For a minor headache, fever, or mild pain, you could safely take one of these medications according to the label
What is Acetaminophen, Tylenol, Advil, or Ibuprofen?
If a patient develops a minor bacterial infection after a cut, urgent care might prescribe this to stop the infection
What are antibiotics?
Give two examples of providers you will speak to at the emergency room?
Who are Doctors and Nurses?
You have been around someone positive with the flu and just started having chills and a fever
If you’re feeling sick and want reliable health information online, this online website is a trusted resource
What is Mayo Clinic?
If a cold lasts longer than 10 days and symptoms continue to worsen you should do this
What is escalating your care/calling a doctor?
If someone twists their ankle while walking but can still bear weight, urgent care can determine this injury
What is a minor sprain?
Name two advantages of the ER?
What is open 24/7 and provides emergent care despite the inability to pay?
You have mild seasonal allergies, causing sneezing and watery eyes, over-the-counter medicine has been working
What is performing self-care?
You need a last-minute physical assessment or vaccinations, and can get it at this place
What is CVS Minute Clinic?
If you cut your finger and it’s bleeding lightly, you should first wash the wound, then do this to stop the bleeding
What is apply gentle pressure?
Before visiting urgent care, patients are often advised to bring this to assist with coverage and payment
What is an insurance card?
What is it called when a nurse assesses you by checking your vitals when you first arrive to the ER?
What is triage?
You ingested too much medication and feel confused, dizzy, weak, and like you are going to pass out
What is calling 911 and going to the emergency room?
This resource specializes in sexual and reproductive health for those seeking confidential and free care
What is planned parenthood?