Infection
Control
Control
What is the #1 way to prevent the transmission of infections?
Hand Hygiene
Common term for a shot that prevents disease?
What is the largest organ in the body?
The skin
What does febrile mean?
A fever.
Who has more bones children or adults?
Children
What cause illness?
Pathogens (bacteria, virus, etc)
What is administered for an allergic reaction?
Epi-pen or epinephrine
What is the largest bone in the body?
Femur
What is a fracture?
Broken bone.
Vitamin D
How long should you wash your hands for?
At least 20 seconds.
How many breaths are given for CPR?
2 Breaths
What cells fight infection in the body?
White blood cells
What is tachycardia
Fast Heart Rate
Who is the founder of modern day nursing?
Florence Nightingale
What precautions are used with all patients?
Standard
Who work to improve patients activities of daily living?
Occupational therapy and Physical Therapy
Which body system produces hormones?
Endocrine
What is the term for slow breathing
Bradypnea
What protects patient privacy
HIPPA
What organization sets the standards for infection control?
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
What is NPO?
Nothing by mouth.
Where is blood made?
In bone marrow
What does the suffix (-itis) mean?
Inflammation.
What is the longest organ in the body?
The Intestines.