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100

"Emergency Center"

What does "EC" stand for? 

100

"The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want" comes from where in the Bible?

Psalm 23

100

"’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear,
  And grace my fears relieved;..."

Amazing Grace

100

The length of time Chaplain Holland has worked at Phoebe

4 years 6 months

200

"STICU" stands for

Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Unit

200

Who did Jesus talk to at a well in Samaria in John 4?

The woman at the well

200

"Then sings my soul, My Savior God, to Thee;..."

How Great Thou Art

200

What staff support ministry serves the staff tea?

Tea for the Soul

300

What does "Code Blue" mean?

Cardiac or respiratory arrest

300

In John 11, which friend of Jesus did He raise from the dead?

Lazarus

300

"When peace like a river attendeth my way,
  When sorrows like sea billows roll;..."

It Is Well

300

What is the name of the ritual offered to honor organ donors and their families?

Honor Walk

400

What does NPO mean?

 Nil per os, Latin for "nothing by mouth."

400

"This Old Testament prophet is known for his vision of the valley of dry bones, a powerful metaphor for spiritual and national revival that chaplains may use to offer hope for new life."

Who is... Ezekiel?

500

If a patient is on "comfort care", what does that mean?

Focus is on comfort and quality of life.

500

Which verse is often read for comfort and begins, "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble."?

Psalm 46:1

500

A patient's family asks, "Why did God let this happen?" What is a good chaplain response?

Listen with empathy, affirm their feelings, and offer simple presence without theological debate.