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Which term describes the outermost layer of skin?
epidermis
A provider has prescribed digoxin for a patient with an arrhythymia. Which of the following must be checked on a daily basis to monitor the patient?
pulse
Hair follicles, sebaceous and sweat glands, and sense receptors are contained in the
dermis
The inability to completely empty the bladder is referred to as which condition?
retention
The average adult pulse should be
60-100 bpm
All of the following classifications may be administered orally except
antiseptics
An infection of the kidneys is called
pyleonephritis
A patient may experience dark and tarry stools if they are prescribed
feosol (ferrous sulfate)
Which term refers to the process of placing a small amount of dead or weak disease germs into the body?
vaccination
In which condition are both aspirin and Plavix indicated?
myocardial infarction
Which condition may a woman prevent if she is instructed to wipe from front to back?
UTI
Before administering digoxin, the healthcare worker must check the apical pulse. Digoxin should not be given if the pulse is below
60 bpm
Which personal protective gear (or equipment) should be worn by a health care worker when applying drug patches to the skin?
gloves
The formation of a thrombus can be prevented or reduced if the patient is prescribed which medication?
coumadin (warfarin)
Serious or life-threatening conditions are treated with
aminoglycosides
When the kidneys are diseased, the body may not be able to maintain a balance between intake and output, and it is sometimes necessary to keep track of the intake and output of
Which topical medications kill parasites that infest the skin?
miticides
The presence of protein in the urine may indicate an individual is experiencing which condition?
renal disease
A fungal infection of the nails is referred to as
tinea unguium
The best cure for pressure ulcers is
prevention
Which drug classification do Zithromax, Biaxin, and erythromycin belong?
macrolides
Performing hand hygiene through handwashing with soap and water or with an alcohol hand rub sterilizing equipment, changing bed linens frequently, using standard precaution when potentially coming into contact with bodily fluids, and placing patients with certain disease into isolation are all examples of
aseptic techniques
An infection that occurs in a hospital or long-term care facility is a(n)
nosocomial infection
A patient diagnosed with edema would be prescribed which of the following to cause the kidneys to excrete more urine?
diuretics
Nausea, thirst, fatigue, dry mouth, muscle weakness, and an irregular pulse are signs of which of the following conditions?
electrolyte imbalance