Pharmacology
oz
what is an ounce
Water, broth, juice
What is a clear liquid diet
device to take a temperature
What is a thermometer
Bacteria, Fungi, Prions, and parasites
What are Infectious Agents
the patient lies flat on the back
What is supine position
gtt
what is a drop
creamy soup, custurd, milk shake
What is a full liquid diet
97.7 – 101.3°F (36.5 – 38.5°C)
What is the normal rectal temperature
Age, Immune deficiency, burns, diabetes, surgical patients
What are susceptible host
the head of the bed is elevated 45 to 60 degrees.
What is fowlers position
ac
what is before meals
low fat, low sodium, lean protean
What is a cardiac diet
< 60 BPM
What is bradycardia
open wounds, mucous membranes,respiratory system, digestive system
What are Portals of Entry
patient in a sitting position with an overbed table in front to lean on and several pillows on the table to rest on.
What is Orthopneic position
po
what is oral
limited sugar
What is a diabetic diet
BP < 90/60 mmHg
What is hypotension
Blood, secretions, excretions, skin
What are exit portals
The patient lies on their abdomen
What is prone position
SC
What is subcutaneous
no restrictions
What is a regular diet
96.8 – 100.4°F (36.0 – 38.0°C); Average 98.6°F (37.0°C)
What is the normal oral temperature
people, water, food
what are reservoirs
patient position in which the patient is on their back with hips and knees flexed and thighs apart.
What is lithotomy position