Infection Control
Contaminated table covers and gowns should be disposed of in a....?
Waste Box
In cell and organ structure, what separates the cell from the environment?
What is the accrediting body that focuses on quality improvement and pt safety certifying healthcare organizations and programs?
The Joint Commission
Which vaccine is offered from age 11-26 years old?
HPV Vaccine
Name 3 s/sx of a severe allergic reaction?
This should be offered to the employee within 10 days of exposure?
Hep B Vaccine
In cell structure, what controls the cell and regulates activity?
Nucleus
What do erythrocytes refer to?
Red Blood Cells
What are the 2 identifiers when wanting to discuss financial issues with the pt?
Full name and last four digits of the SSN
What specialty clinic uses glucometers, lancets?
Endocrinologist
How long should documentation be kept for after an employee has been exposed to a BBP?
The duration of their employment, plus 30 years
In cell structure, what forms RNA and Ribosomes?
Nucleolus
Explain Sinistrad & Dextrad
Dextrad: Right
Sinistrad: Left
How often should a medical history be updated in the EHR?
Routinely review at each appointment and have the pt re-fill out the form annually
What test is used for asthma pt's to monitor for their daily function and measures the fastest rate at which a pt exhales after taking a maximum breath?
Peak Flow Meter
In reference to logs, what is used to ensure accuracy of a test prior to running a pt sample or when a new test package has been opened?
Control Samples
In cell structure, what converts nutrients into energy and is the "powerhouse of the cell?"
Mitochondria
Explain Dorsal Recumbent?
Lying supine with your feet flat on the floor
What is the difference between a PHQ-2 and a PHQ-9?
PHQ-2: assesses a depressed mood over a 2 week period
PHQ-9: complete it PHQ-2 is positive and assesses for a depressive disorder diagnosis
Describe procedure time differences between ear installation and ear irrigation
Installation: 5 minutes on side
Irrigation: 15 minutes on side
What is Medical Asepsis?
"Clean Technique", focuses on reducing the number of microorganisms and prohibiting their growth or preventing their spread
In cell structure, what do lysosomes do?
Digest waste materials
What does angina mean?
What method is used only in emergent situations when the BP cannot be auscultated & how do you document it?
Palpatory Method: 120/p
What is the medication classification for a medication to help relieve allergies & list 2 examples?
Antihistamines: Benadryl and Hydrocortisone Cream