Nursing Basics
What is the primary role of a registered nurse (RN)?
To provide patient care, administer medications, collaborate with other healthcare professionals, and educate patients and their families.
What organ is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body?
The heart
What is the first thing you should do if you see someone choking?
Ask them if they can speak or cough and prepare to perform the Heimlich maneuver if necessary.
Who is known as the founder of modern nursing?
Florence Nightingale
What over-the-counter medication is often used to reduce fever and relieve pain?
Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
What is the first step in the nursing process?
Assessment
Which body system includes the brain, spinal cord, and nerves?
The Nervous System
What acronym is used to remember the steps for using a fire extinguisher?
PASS (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep)
Who was the first African American registered nurse in the United States?
Mary Eliza Mahoney
Which type of medication is used to treat bacterial infections?
Antibiotics
What vital sign is typically measured using a sphygmomanometer?
Blood Pressure
What is the largest organ of the human body?
The skin
What should you do if someone has a nosebleed?
Have them sit up straight and lean forward while pinching the soft part of their nose.
What famous nurse worked alongside soldiers during the Crimean War and pioneered modern nursing practices?
Florence Nightingale
What is the primary function of insulin in the body?
To help regulate blood sugar levels.
Why is hand hygiene important in healthcare?
To prevent the spread of infections.
Which part of the cell is often referred to as the "powerhouse"?
Mitochondria
When performing CPR on an adult, how many compressions per minute should be administered?
100-120 compressions per minute
Which nurse is known for her work in public health and for founding the American Red Cross?
Clara Barton
Which common pain reliever can also be used to reduce inflammation?
Ibuprofen
Teams must correctly demonstrate proper hand-washing techniques and identify key moments when hand hygiene is necessary in patient care.
Teams demonstrated proper hand hygiene washing hands for a minimum of 30 secs, around the wrist, thumbs, and under the fingernails.
Which organ in the human body can regenerate lost tissue and is the only internal organ capable of doing so?
The liver. The liver has the unique ability to regenerate lost or damaged tissue, even if as much as 70% of it is removed.
Teams demonstrate CPR techniques on a mannequin or dummy, and their skills are evaluated for accuracy.
Depth was 1.5-2inch, rate 100-120, with even chest recoil
Who was the first nurse to document and develop the theory of “transcultural nursing,” emphasizing the importance of culture in healthcare delivery and patient outcomes?
Madeleine Leininger.
She is known for her work in transcultural nursing and her theory that emphasizes the impact of culture on patient care.
What is the difference between an agonist and an antagonist medication, and can you provide an example of each?
An agonist is a medication that activates a receptor to produce a biological response (e.g., morphine for pain relief). An antagonist blocks or dampens a biological response by binding to a receptor (e.g., naloxone used to reverse opioid overdose).