Vital Signs
12-18
What is normal adult respiration rate
Rules that all technologists must adhere to
What is Code of Ethics and Rules of Ethics?
redness of the skin
What is erythema?
Swan-Ganz
What is a pulmonary artery catheter used to measure cardiac output?
hand washing
What is the most important means of infection control?
97.8- 99.1 degrees Fahrenheit
What is normal body temperature?
The thing speaks for itself.
What is res ispa loquitur?
uticaria
What are hives?
Below the level of the bladder
Where should the urinary catheter be kept or maintained?
prodromal
What is the first stage of infection process?
above 99.1 degrees Fahrenheit
What is pyrexia?
false imprisonment
What is using physical restraints on a patient without a doctor's order?
Latent phase
When the infection is introduced and lies dormant?
PICC- stands for...
What is peripherally inserted central catheter?
fomite
what is an inanimate object that becomes infected with microorganisms?
systolic under 50 mmHg
What is hypotension?
Tort
What is an intentional or unintentional act that involves personal injury or damage to a patient?
Nosocomial infections
What is an illness that a person gets while in health care associated areas?
T3-4 or 1-2cm above the carina
What is the correct placement of ET tube?
above 120 beats per minute
What is tachycardia?
immobilization
what is a method used to help hold a position of a patient during an exam/procedure?
Iatrogenic infections
What are infections resulting from physician intervention?
Angle for IV insertion
What is 15-25 degrees?
20 seconds