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MEDICAL HISTORY
EXAM POSITIONS
EXAM POSITIONS
SAFETY
EMERG/FIRST AID
100
The reason why the patient come to see the physician.
What is Chief Complaint
100
Is used for most physical examinatitons. The paient lies on his/her back with legs extended. Arms may be above the head, alongside the body or folded on the chest.
What is Horizontal (Supine) Recombent Position
100
The patient is on his/her back with knees flexed and soles of the feet flat on the bed.
What is Dorsal Recumbent Position
100
Is responsible for the identification of the various hazards present in the workplace, such as serious injuries or diseases; and for the creation of rules and regulations to minimize exposure to such hazards.
What is The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
100
CPR is the abbreviation for what word?
What is Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
200
This is an explanation of the chief complaint to determine the onset of the illness; associated symptoms; what the patient has done to treat the condition, etc
What is History of present illness (HPI)
200
Is used to examine the spine and back. The patient lies on his/her abdomen with head turned to one side for comfort, the arms may be above head or alongside the body.
What is Prone Position
200
Is used fo rrectal examination. The paitent is on his/her left side with right knee flexed against the abdomen and the left knee slightly flexed. The left arm is behind the body; the right arm is placed comfortably.
What is Sim's Position
200
When an accident occurs, it is a must that you report it to ____________ immediately.
What is the Supervisor
200
Occurs when there is "insufficient return of blood flow to the heart, resulting in inadequate supply of oxygen to all organs and tissues of the body."
What is Shock
300
This includes all health problems, major illnesses, surgeries the patient has had, current medications complete with reasons for taking them, and allergies.
What is Past Medical History
300
The patient sits at the edge of the examination table without any back support.
What is Sitting Position
300
Is used to promote drainage or to ease breathing. A sitting or semi-sitting position where the back of the examination table is elevated to eithe 45 degrees (Semi-Fowler's) or 90 degrees (High Fowler's). The knees may be raised slightly by placing a pillow underneath, but usually the legs rest flat on the table.
What is Fowler's Position
300
* Never use extension cords * Avoid electrical circuit overloading * Inspect all cords an plugs periodically for damage * Use surge protector on all sensitive electronic devices * Use signs and/or labels to indicate high voltage or electrical hazards Which hazard does these safety regulations apply to?
What is Physical Hazard
300
Controlling the bleeding is most effectively accomplished by elevating the affeced part above heart level and applying direct pressure to the wound. Do not attempt to elevate a broken extremity as this could cause further damage. These are first aid instruction for what?
What is External Hemorrhage
400
This is a summary of health problems of siblings, parents, and other blood relatives that could alert the physician to hereditary and/or familial diseases.
What is Family History
400
Is used for examination of pelvic organs. This position is similar to the dorsal recumbent position, except the patient's legs are well seperated, the thighs are acutely flexed, and the feet are usually placed in stirrups.
What is Dorsal Lithotomy Position
400
Is used for rectal and vaginal examinations and as treatment to bring the uterus into normal position. The patient is on his/her knees with his/her chest resting on the bed and elbows resting on the bed or arms above head. The head is turned to one side. The thighs are straight and lower legs are flat on the bed.
What is Knee-Chest Position
400
*If the skin or eyes come in contact with any chemicals, immediately wash the area with water for at least 5 minutes. *After use, immediately recap all toxic substances *Label chemicals with required Material Safety Data Sheet *Store flammable or volatile chemicals in ventilated area These safety regulations apply to which hazard?
What is Chemical Hazard
400
*Pale, cold, clammy skin *Rapid, weak pulse *Increased, shallow breathing rate *Expressionless face/staring eyes These are common symptoms to what condition?
What is Shock
500
This includes marital status, occupation, educational attainment, hobbies, use of alcohol, tobacco, drugs, and lifestyles.
What is Social History
500
The patient is place flat on the back, face up, the knees flexed and legs hanging off the end of the table, with legs and feet supported by a footboard. The table is positioned with the head 45 degrees lower than the body. This position is used primarily for surgical procedures of pelvis and abdomen.
What is Trendelenburg Position
500
May be used as an alternative to the Sim's or knee-chest position, also called the jackknife position, the patient is bent at the hips at a 90 degree angle. The patient can assume the position by standing next to the examination table and bending at the waist until the chest rests on the table.
What is Protologic Position
500
*Disinfect the laboratory work area before and after each use when dealing with biologicals. *Never use mouth pipetting *Always wear gloves *Wash hands thouroughly before/after procedures *Sterilize specimens and any other contaminated materials and/or dispose of them through incineration These safty regulations apply to which hazard?
What is Biological Hazards
500
What is first aid for Shock
*Maintain an ipen airway for the victim *Call for assistance *Keep victim lying down with the head lower than body *Attempt to control bleeding or cause of shock (if known) *Keep victim warm until help arrives