Pharmacology
NPO
What is nothing by mouth
Different ways to use crutches
What is gait patterns
The number one infection prevention strategy
What is washing your hands
The term for an elevate temperature
What is hyperthermia
mg
What is milligram
Device used to move patient from bed to wheelchair
What is a Hoyer lift
precaution used to protect from droplets
What is airborne precautions
The term for low blood pressure
What is hypotension
HS
What is hours of sleep
a mobility aid, specifically a frame with four legs, used to help people with walking difficulties or balance issues
What is a walker
PPE
What is personal protective equipment
The device used to listen to your lungs
What is a stethoscope
gr
What is grain
a device, also known as a walking stick primarily used to aid walking, improve balance, and provide stability, especially for individuals with mobility issues
What is a cane
Medical asepsis
What is clean technique
The device used to take a temperature
What is a thermometer
PRN
What is as needed
mobility aids, typically used in pairs, that help individuals walk by transferring weight from the legs to the upper body, particularly the arms and shoulders
What are crutches
Surgical Asepsis
What is Sterile technique
The term for high blood pressure
What is high blood pressure