HUH? (Acronyms)
NPO
What is nothing by mouth?
Used to measure oxygen saturation
What is a pulse oximeter/pulse oximetry?
Commonly used for topical or injectable numbing
What is Lidocaine?
Most common venous access, used for a few days
What is a PIV?
MRI
What is Magnetic Resonance Imaging?
Used to prevent/treat atelectasis, requires slow inspiration
What is an incentive spirometer?
What is bleeding?
Long-ish term access (few weeks), goes directly into right atrium
What is a PICC line?
What is a permanent pace maker?
Rigid device used for suctioning
What is a Yankauer?
What is Acetaminophen/Tyelnol?
Long term access (can be years!); used for chemo or regular infusions
What is a Port?
CXR
What is a chest x ray?
What is an Non-rebreather?
Another name for Hydromorphone
What is Dilaudid?
Used for difficult venous access that allows you to see the vein
What is an ultra sound guided IV?
CABG
What is a Coronary Artery Bypass Graft?
Noninvasive biphasic positive pressure
What is a BiPap?
With this device, patients can click a button to release pain medications
What is a PCA/Patient controlled analgesic?
Used temporarily for access for the sickest patients, goes right into the heart
What is Central Line?