Terminology
S/S
signs and symptoms
Full-thickness skin loss, visible adipose tissue, slough and eschar present. Which pressure injury stage is this?
Stage 3
Ratio compressions for adult
30 to 2
What is the first step to hand washing?
turn on the water
Precautions for tuberculosis
ad lib
as much as desired
Name 3 signs of infection
purulent drainage, pain, redness, fever, chills, odor, increased WBC
Ratio for compressions for an infant during 2-person rescue
15 to 2
how long should you wash your hands
15-20 seconds
Precautions for mumps
Droplet precautions
KCl
Potassium Chloride
What are 2 preventions for wounds
What is the first thing you do when someone becomes unconscious?
Assess the scene
What do you use to turn off the faucet?
paper towel
A Nurse is caring for a client who has a diagnosis of scabies. What precautions should she implement?
private room, gloves and gowns, disposal of infectious dressings.
RICE
rest, ice, compress, elevate
Name 5 risk factors for wounds.
age, immobility, incontinence, skin friction, weight, nutrition, chronic diseases, anemia, fever, edema, impaired circulation.
What does AED stand for?
Automated external defibrillator
How are you supposed to hold your hands after washing them?
Down
What is MRSA?
A serious contagious bacterial infection that starts on the skin and is resistant to most antibiotics.
IDDM
Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus
What type of dressing is mostly water, promotes autolytic debridement, and may require a secondary occlusive dressing.
Hydrogel
Name both arteries to check for a pulse.
carotid and brachial
When should you do the long wash?
Before shift, if they become soiled, and after shift
What is negative pressure airflow room?
used for airborne precautions, creates an inward airflow preventing airborne particles from escaping to other rooms.