Unit 1
_______________ is the term for age-related vision loss.
Presbyopia
________________ is diagnosed after BP has consistently measured as >140/>90
Hypertension
Who are urinals typically used for?
males
Anaphylactic shock is due to:
Allergic reaction
In what ethnic group are male health professionals prohibited from examining female patients?
Middle Eastern
When following standard precautions, we are assuming every ________________ is potentially infectious.
Bodily Fluid
How many pillows are needed to position a patient in prone?
At least 2.
What religious group will typically have a priest perform the sacrament of the sick?
Roman Catholic
What religious group typically prohibits receiving blood or blood products?
________________________ is the term for "listening with a stethoscope"
Auscultation
___________________ is the term for eliminating the bladder of urine.
Voiding / Urination
The scientific study of aging and associated problems is known as:
Gerontology
_________________ is the term for frequent urination at night.
Nocturia
______________________ is the term for having a heart rate below 60 bpm.
Bradycardia
Pulling the "toes toward the nose" is known as: (what motion?
Dorsiflexion
When performing CPR on an adult victim, what is the appropriate depth of chest compressions?
At least 2"
What is empathy?
Attempting to understand how a person is feeling
List two rules of lifting mechanics.
-Maintain broad BOS, toes forward, balanced weight on both feet
-Bend from hips & knees, NOT back
-Use strongest muscles to do the job
-Use body weight to move the object if possible
-Carry heavy objects close to you
-Avoid twisting
-Avoid bending for long periods of time
-ask for help
Your grandmother recently suffered a stroke and now has a very weak right leg. She is prescribed a cane. What side of the body should she use the cane on?
Left
List TWO pieces of non-verbal communication.
Hand gestures, eye contact, facial expressions, touch, body language