Injections
Adipose tissue (fat)
What is blood collected in during a blood draw?
A syringe or vacutainer tube.
What must be done to the skin before placing the sticky tab?
They should back up to the chair until the back of their knees are touching the chair.
How do you activate a hot or cold pack? (the ones used in class)
What type of injection is the z-track method used on?
Intramuscular injection.
What type of needle can be used for drawing blood?
Straight needle or butterfly needle.
What does ECG Stand for?
Electrocardiogram.
What side of the body should a patient hold their cane?
The patient should hold their cane on their strong side.
What can a patient use to reduce swelling?
a cold pack.
When should the patient return to the clinic after receiving their TB test?
48-72 hours after test was administered.
What is the angle of needle insertion for drawing blood?
10-20 degrees.
What is and ECG (EKG) recording?
Heart Rhythm.
How much space should there be between a patients armpit and the top of their crutch?
2-3 fingers.
What should be placed between a hot/cold pack and a persons skin?
A towel.
What gauge and length of needle is used for an intradermal injection?
25-27 G
1/4"- 1/2"
What is the name of the machine used to separate blood samples?
Centrifuge.
What is the landmark for the V4 electrode?
Mid-clavicular line, 5th intercostal space.
Their wrists.
How long should ice be applied for at one time?
15-20 minutes.
How is the polio vaccine administered?
(what type of injection is it?)
Subcutaneous or intramuscular injection
What is a the medical term for A pool of mostly clotted blood that forms in an organ, tissue, or body space?
A hematoma.
What is the landmark for the V2 electrode?
4th intercostal space, right edge of sternum.
At what angle should the patients elbows be bent when using a walker?
45 degree angle.
Contrast therapy (alternating hot and cold) provides what benefits?
Simultaneously reduces inflammation and stimulates circulation