Rooming/AED/EKG
Using a cuff that’s too small may result in this BP outcome.
What is a falsely elevated reading?
This simple hygiene practice is the most important step to stop the spread of germs.
What is hand washing?
This is the required position for patients receiving a medication or vaccine.
What is sitting or lying down (no exceptions)?
This method is recommended for properly cleansing an injection site.
What is using back-and-forth friction?
Thawed vaccines must remain at room temperature for this duration before being administered.
What is 15 minutes?
Say this to ensure everyone is safe before using the AED.
What is “I’m clear, you’re clear, O₂ is clear. Shocking now”?
Instruments must allow to air dry after cleaning to avoid this issue.
What is rusted instruments?
If a patient refuses to wait after receiving an injection, you must do this.
What is document in the EHR?
List one factor that may lead to hemolysis during venipuncture.
What is prolonged tourniquet time, incorrect site choice, alcohol not dried, vigorous shaking, or wrong needle size?
Thanks to your vaccine, your body can quickly combat a real germ because it has this.
What is an antibody?
The V6 lead is placed in this specific location.
What is at the level of V4 along the left mid-axillary line
These high-touch areas need regular disinfecting throughout the day.
What are door handles, sink and exam table surfaces?
This is the preferred injection site for viscous or irritating medications.
What is the ventrogluteal site?
If a patient faints during an injection, you should take this action immediately.
What is lay them flat and elevate their legs above heart level?
After placing COVID vaccines in the refrigerator, this is how long their beyond use date(BUD) is allowed?
What is 60 days?
You should recheck BP if these parameters are met
What is SBP ≥ 140 or DBP ≥ 90?
Spore testing for sterilization quality control should be done how often?
What is once a week?
You should take these steps if a medication error occurs.
What is notify the provider, site supervisor, and complete a SURFS report?
The purpose of additives in venipuncture tubes.
What is to prevent clotting?
The recommended injection site for infants and young children under 3.
What is the vastus lateralis?
This part of the BP cuff should wrap around atleast 80% of the arm for accurate measurement.
What is the bladder cuff?
We never recap a used needle due to this risk.
What is accidental needlestick injury?
These are the seven rights to ensure safe medication administration.
What are the right medication, dose, route, time, patient, documentation, and technique?
This term describes the breakdown of red blood cells.
What is hemolysis?
This national system tracks and monitors vaccine-related safety concerns.
What is VAERS (Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System)?