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When taking a rectal temperature on an infant, how far in should the thermometer be placed?
1/2 inch
Radial
What counts as one respiration?
1 inspiration and 1 exhalation (or one breath in, one breath out)
Brachial
How long should you flush your eyes in the eyewash station if you splash a chemical in your eyes?
15 minutes
What is the average temperature of a person in Farenheit?
98.6* F
Where is the apical pulse is located?
Bottom left heart
What is the normal respiration rate for an adult?
12-20 respirations per minute
In what range is a blood pressure of 118/78?
Normal
What manual in the office contains information on chemicals and what to do if you are exposed to them?
SDS or Safety Data Sheets
Name 2 symptoms a patient may experience when they have a fever.
Chills, shivering, elevated heart rate, perspiration, headache, muscle aches, loss of appetite, dehydration, weakness, irritability, dehydration
What is the normal pulse range for an adult?
60-100 BPM
This device measures the amount of oxygen in the blood.
Pulse oximeter
In what range is a blood pressure of 140/90?
Hypertension stage 2
Sterilization
When taking an oral temperature, how long should it be since the patient has had anything to eat or drink?
15-30 min
An adult that has a pulse of less than 60 bpm would be classified as having this.
Bradycardia
What are the three things you will assess with Respirations?
Rate, Rhythm, Depth
When the heart muscle contracts, it is the ______ blood pressure.
Systolic pressure (the top number)
How long does the CDC recommend washing your hands with soap and water?
15-20 seconds
What BP Range is considered a hypertensive crisis?
180/120 or above
Where should the thermometer be placed when taking an axillary temperature?
Armpit
A pulse of over 100 beats per minute is considered:
Tachycardia
What is the term that means lack of breathing?
Apnea
The pressure which occurs when the heart muscle relaxes is:
Diastolic pressure (bottom number)
Carla has COVID. Carla is an example of which link in the chain of infection?
Reservoir
Convert 104* Fahrenheit to degrees Celcius?
40* C
Where is the popliteal pulse is located?
Behind the knee
What is it called when a patient has trouble breathing while laying down?
Orthopnea
A specialized medical device used to measure blood pressure. (medical name)
Sphygmomanometer
What are the 4 forms of disease-causing micro-organisms?
Fungus, Bacteria, Virus, Parasite