Patient care
What does Denial mean?
Avoidance of unpleasant or anxiety-provoking situations or ideas by rejecting them or ignoring their existence
What is a way to get injured in the medical field?
slips, trips and falls, needle sticks; repetitive motion injuries; and lifting and handling injuries
what are the colors for the tubes?
yellow, light blue, red, light green, dark green, lavender, and gray
What does Asepsis mean?
the absence of bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms
What is a EKG?
a test that records the electrical activity of the heart
What does Self-actualization mean?
patients need to reach their highest potential in life
What does OSHA stand for?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
What should you do before drawing blood?
properly identify the patient, gather all necessary supplies, and perform a thorough hand hygiene procedure
What does Acute mean?
a condition that develops suddenly and typically lasts a short time
What is another word for EKG?
electrocardiogram or ECG
what does Apathy mean?
Indifference, a lack of interest, feeling, concern, or emotion
What does CDC stand for?
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
What do you not do after blood drawn?
apply excessive pressure to the puncture site
What does chronic mean?
a condition or disease that is long-lasting or persistent, typically lasting three months or more, and often requiring ongoing medical attention and management
What can EKG detect?
arrhythmias, heart attacks, heart failure, and other structural or functional problems with the heart
what does displacement mean?
Redirection of emotions away from its original subject or object onto a another less threatening subject or object
How often should you check on patients who have restraints in place?
Every 15 minutes
What is the most important thing to remember in phlebotomy?
accurate patient identification and verification
What should you wear when you go into a room that has a sick patient in?
Grown, gloves, goggles, and face mask
What color is the V1?
Red
what does conversion mean?
Transformation of anxiety into a physical symptom that has no cause
What is abuse in the medical field?
Any action that has the potential to cause harm to another person
what do you put on before you start the blood drawn?
Gloves
What is PPE for?
to minimize exposure to hazards that could cause workplace injuries or illnesses
Where should the Red lead go?
The left leg