Vocab
Lymphedema
Swelling of limbs, caused by build-up of fluid in soft body tissues when the lymph system is damaged or blocked
The bone in the leg that extends from hip to knee is the…
Femur
What is venous insufficiency?
Improper function of the vein valves of the legs, causing swelling and skin changes
What is orthostatic blood pressure?
A form of low blood pressure that happens when standing up from sitting or lying down
A patient is intubated when…
They are not breathing or not protecting their airway
Erythema
Reddening of the skin
It’s called the funny bone because it’s the…
HUMERus
Name a source of skin for grafts?
Inner thigh, buttocks, below the collarbone, in front of and behind the ear, the upper arm.
Can be from own patient or donor
What is DVT PPx for?
Meds given to prevent DVTs, such as Heparin
Hospital patients are at up to 50% increased risk of DVT
How often is pulse check during a code?
Every 2 minutes
Ecchymosis
Discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath, typically from bruising
We can confirm a dislocation has been reduced with an…
XR
What is venous ablation for?
Closes superficial veins using foam, redirects blood flow
Also tx for A.Fib
How often are patients dialyzed?
3x weekly, MWF or TThSa
How often is epinephrine administered?
Every 3 minutes
Ataxia
Loss of balance and coordination, trouble walking, loss of msucle control
How do you confirm osteomyelitis?
MRI
What is the purpose of a debridement?
Remove granulation, infected tissue and allow for new tissue/skin to regrow]
Patients receive lasix to…
reduce fluid retention (edema) by causing the kidneys to increase flow of urine
Treats CHF, liver & kidney disease, etc.
What is achieved when a patient who coded has returned cardiac activity?
ROSC
Arthralgia
Joint ache
After trying NSAIDS, exercise, and PT, a common treatment for patients with osteoarthritis is…
Euflexxa, injection used to relieve knee pain, given in series of 3
How often does a patient with a AAA receive follow up?
CT every 6 months
How long after appendectomy/Cholecystectomy is a patient typically discharged…
1 to 2 days after laproscopic surgery
What is the "6th vital" always needed in a code situation?
Glucose