MED TERM
A "STAT" order means the treatment or medication should be given:
Immediately
When a healthcare worker fails to provide the standard of care that a reasonable person would provide, resulting in injury, it is called:
Negligence
When transferring a patient and they become nauseous, what should you do?
grab the patient with both arms and slowly lead them to the floor
How do you effectively communicate with a person with a hearing impairment?
Speak clearly, face the person directly, and use gestures
An 80-year-old patient is experiencing a progressive loss of both his hearing and his vision. This combined loss of two primary senses is a sign of:
Issues provided with aging
A nursing assistant notices that when they press their finger into a patient's swollen ankle, an indentation remains in the skin for several seconds. This condition is known as:
Edema
To prevent pressure ulcers (bedsores) in a bedbound patient, they should be repositioned at least every:
2 Hours
If a patient refuses a treatment, the healthcare worker should:
Respect the patient's right to refuse and notify the supervisor
What is a cultural barrier?
a breakdown in communication, trust, or understanding between healthcare providers and patients caused by differences in values, beliefs, languages, or health practices
If a nursing assistant leads an intrusive patient to his room and closes the door behind him against his will, this is:
involuntary imprisonment
Define the term antiseptic and provide an example of an antiseptic.
a germ Killing or germ stopping chemical substance that you apply directly to living tissue to prevent or treat infection.
Ex - Isopropyl alcohol used on skin
A nursing assistant enters a room and finds a patient experiencing _________ Which of the is a common sign of this type of seizure?
bold jerking movements
After a patient has been pronounced dead and the family wants to perform religious rituals with their loved one, what should the nurse do at this moment.
immediately accommodate and facilitate the family’s wishes, providing a private
According to HIPAA and professional standards, who are you allowed to discuss a patient's health information with?
with specific individuals and entities involved in their care, payment, or safety
What should you do if you notice that you were assigned your aunt as a patient?
Inform your supervisor of the relationship for reassignment to avoid a conflict of interest
The fingers are ______ to the elbow.
Proximal
When a patient on droplet precaution how many feet should you be away from the patient?
5
When noticing another medical professional making a mistake that doesn't harm the patient, what do you do?
Tell the medical professional in private
How do you leave a HIPAA-compliant voicemail about lab results?
Leave your name, office name, and callback number only
What is a "moving clot" called?
Embolus
A patient presents with a laceration on the inner part of the forearm while standing in the standard anatomical position. what directional term best describes the location of this injury?
Medial
When a patient is receiving respiratory therapy involving supplemental oxygen, what is the most important safety precaution for the nurse and family to follow?
Ensure all heat sources, candles, or sparks are kept at least 5 to 10 feet away from the oxygen source
A patient’s family member brings in a small battery-powered fan for the patient’s bedside. What is the most appropriate action for the attending nurse or assistant to take?
label it with their patients names, so the other patients don't take it
A male medical assistant enters a room to prepare a female patient for a physical exam. The patient states, "I am not comfortable with a man in the room; I would like a female assistant instead." What is the most appropriate response by the medical assistant?
Respect the patient’s request, exit the room, and inform the supervisor or a female colleague to assist.
How could you apply yourself to a patient's culture?
Respect their traditions, dietary restrictions, and communication preferences