Body system
What is the function of the integumentary system ?
Protection
BID
Two times a day
What is the normal range for an adult heart rate?
60-100
Which body plane divides the body in top and bottom?
Transverse
Where is the most accurate temperature?
Rectal
What is the function of the musculoskeletal system?
Movement
PRN
as needed
How many mL is 3oz?
90
When taking the blood pressure what is the medical term called for the top number obtained in your reading?
Systolic
Where are you placing your fingers to count a patient's pulse?
Radial/wrist
What is the function of the cardiovascular system?
Transport of oxygen and nutrients
STAT
What do you multiply by to go from oz to mL?
30
Explain the difference between proximal and distal.
Proximal closer to the body distal means farther away from the body
What artery is used to measure blood pressure?
Brachial
The bladder is a part of what system?
Urinary system
NPO
Nothing by mouth
Before a patient steps on the scale what should the nursing assistant do?
zero out the scale
Explain what isolation precautions are?
precautions set forth to prevent the spread of infection
If a nurse aide is asked to obtain an auxiliary temp where would she measure this at?
Armpit
The brain is a part of what system?
Nervous
AC
Before meals
How would a nursing assistant document how much food a patient ate?
Percentage
Who can the nursing assistant share health information with?
Healthcare team
If a resident is on contact precautions what should the nurse aide don before entering the room?
Gown and gloves