Nursing Facts
The number one way to prevent the spread of germs
What is to wash your hands?
The specialty that works with children aged 0-18
What is Pediatrics?
The personal protective item used to prevent the spread of germs and infections during medical procedures and examinations and when handling bodily fluids
What are Gloves?
The loosely woven fabric used to clean wounds
What is Gauze?
The minimum years of college needed to become a registered nurse
What is 2 years?
The specialty that works with the older community
What is Geriatrics?
A liquid, gel, or foam used to kill germs on the hands
What is Hand Sanitizer?
A medical instrument that measures temperature
What is a Thermometer?
The loose-fitting uniforms nurses and other healthcare workers wear
What are Scrubs?
The type of nurse that goes out to your home to help take care of you
What is a Home Health Nurse?
The specialty that works with newborn babies
What is Neonatal?
A small, portable flashlight used to look in the eyes and mouth
What is a Pen Light?
The adhesive used to secure dressings, bandages, and medical devices to the skin
What is Medical Tape?
A long term care facility ...
What is a Nursing Home?
The specialty that works with pregnant patients and helps deliver babies
What is Obstetrics?
The device used to measure blood pressure
What is a Blood Pressure Cuff? (or sphygmomanometer)
The medical instrument used for listening to sounds produced within the body
What is a Stethoscope?
The big test required to become licensed as a nurse
What is the NCLEX?
The specialty that works with cancer patients
What is Oncology?
The medical device that measures the percentage of oxygen saturation in the blood and heart rate
What is a Pulse Oximeter?
The medical instrument used to look in ears for ear infections or foreign bodies