Medications
Hold this for a CT scan if pt has diabetes
Metformin
Potassium
3.5-5.0
Clot that is deep
DVT
Diet
Nutritionist
Person
Interpreter
This antacid can cause constipation
Amphogel
Glucose (not A1c)
70-100
One of the oldest antibiotics
PCN (Penicillin)
ABGs and intubations
Respiratory Therapist
Screen
Video or TV monitor
An unlabeled use for this medication for patients diagnosed with atrial fibrillation
Amiodarone
PTT
25-35 seconds
2.2 equals one of these in metric
kg (kilogram)
Pokey, pokey
Phlebotomist
Orders called in
VORB (verbal order read back)
Used for prevention of DVT
Lovenox
WBC
5000-10000
Has a certificate but not a license and you may delegate to if/when appropriate
UAP (unlicensed assistive personnel)
Coordinates care outside of the hospital
Case Worker
One can be used during exams but it better not be on a watch
Calculator
Used for chronic gout
Allopurinol/Zyloprim
Creatinine
0.6-1.2
surgical procedure involving large entry with repair that stays inside the patient
ORIF (Open Reduction Internal Fixation)
Never enough on duty at night
Housekeeping
Never seem to find one when you need it
Pen