Safety
1. Use a 3 prong plug
2. Do not use extension cords
3. Avoid overloading and outlet
4. Discard any fraid or damaged cords
The ________________ system provides a framework for the body, Allows the body to move adn protects the body from harm.
Musculoskeletal
One respiration is considered ____________
One inhalation and one exhalation.
Where should you look to see how the patient transfers?
The care plan.
You are required by OSHA to retrain or complete a new competency evaluation once you have not worked for how many months?
24 months / 2 years.
What should you report at once to the nurse?
A change in patient condition.
__________ carries oxygenated blood from the heart and __________ carries un-oxygenated blood back to the heart.
Arteries, Veins
How should a patient be placed to take vital signs.
Sitting or lying.
When weighting a resident you should....
Weigh at the same time each day.
Have the resident void (urinate) prior to getting on the scale.
Wear only a gown or light weight clothes.
Communication requires both....
Sending and receiving messages.
Alarm
Confine
Extinguish
When taking a blood pressure, the first sound you hear is the _________________ pressure.
The last sound you hear is the ___________ pressure.
Systolic
Diastolic
Inhale through the nose and exhale through pursed lips.
False - a pathogen causes infection
A non-pathogen does not cause infection.
How do you active Emergency Medical Services?
Dial 911
What is the difference between Aphasia and Dysphagia
Aphasia - inability to speak
Dysphagia- difficulty swallowing
What is the normal range for respirations and pulse?
Respirations - 12-20
Pulse - 60-100
Describe when you would utilize abdominal thrusts and when you would utilize chest thrusts.
Abdominal thrusts - Pt is choking, not coughing or able to speak. Putting hands around throat.
Chest thrusts, pt is choking but is obese or pregnant.
In the chain of infection blood, body fluids, secretions and excretions are called
Portal of Exit - see page 161
All employees of an agency are able to access a patient chart as needed.
False - must have permission.
_______________ helps moisten food particles for easier swallowing.
At the mouth
Saliva
When is a blood pressure reading considered hypertensive?
Diastolic over 90
A family member can request restraints for a patient because they are wandering in the halls.
False
_________ can transport pathogens to others.
Carrier