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Assault |
Open threat of bodily against another person |
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Battery |
An action that Causes bodily harm |
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Fraud |
Deception with the intent to deprive another person of his or her rights |
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Invasion of privacy |
Intruding on a patient private affairs or disclosure of private information, entering patient room without knocking |
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Malpractice |
The negligent delivery of professionals services |
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Negligence |
The failure to do something that a reasonably prudent individual would do under similar circumstance |
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Spousal abuse inmates partner abuse |
Provide a list of organization within the local community that can assist in the situation |
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Report suspected child abuse the provide |
It is not your place to confront the patient |
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Tort |
A civil wrong committed against a person or property |
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Implied consent |
• Extending arm for phlebotomy. • removing clothing for a medical procedure to examination |
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Informed consent |
Informing the patient at the risk, possibly outcomes, and alternative therapies. |
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Written consent |
Must have a patient signature to perform the procedure |
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Patients bill of right |
• A list of guaranteed with those receiving medical care. • patient have the right to copy of the medical record. • guarantee fair treatment. • autonomy over medical decisions and many more rights. |
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Problem oriented Medicare record. POMR |
Should always be filled out in chronological order |
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Patience have a right to view medical records at anytime |
• The information contained within the medical record belongs to the patient. • The physician form where the information is houses belong to the author. |
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CPT |
Current procedural terminology |
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ICD |
International classification of Diseases. Each diagnostic and procedure code allows for submission of services for reimbursement from insurance companies and to provide statistical data for research studies. |
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There are three to 7 characters used |
First character, main term when searching in the alphabetical index. Second and third character, numeric code. Fourth, fifth, six and seventh, being either alphabetic or numeric. |
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Modified |
Indicates one procedure was used multiple time on a patient |
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Aerophagia |
Swallowing air |
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Alopecia |
Sudden increased hair loss |
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Anthropometric |
Used to assess the size, shape and composition of the human body MBI or a growth chart |
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Chief complaint |
The primary system that a patient states as the reason for seeking medical care |
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Cirrhosis |
Chronic liver disease |
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Cholecystectomy |
Removal of the gallbladder |
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Cholecystectomy |
Removal of the gallbladder |
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Dysuria |
Painful or difficult ruination |
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Cholecystectomy |
Removal of the gallbladder |
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Dysuria |
Painful or difficult ruination |
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Dextrocardia |
The heart points to the right side instead of the left |
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Electronic health record (EHR) |
Electric record of patients health related information and can be created, managed, and accessed from multiple health care organizations. Always back up the information on a storage device |
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Electronic medical record (EMR) |
Electronic record of patient health related information and can be created, managed and accessed within a single health care organization. Always back up the information on a storage device |
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Hemostasis |
Promotes coagulation and stops bleeding |
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Hypoglycemia |
Low blood sugar that can be helped by giving the patient orange juice |
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ABGs |
Arterial blood gases |
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CBC |
Complete blood count |
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CC |
Chief complaint |
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D,Y, S |
Difficult, painful |
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-ectomy |
Surgical removal |
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-ectomy |
Surgical removal |
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-itis |
Inflammation |
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Nephr/o |
Kidneys |
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-ology |
Study of |
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Ophth |
Eye |
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Oto |
Ear |
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P.E |
Physical examination |
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R-O-M |
Range of motion |
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S-T-I |
Sexually transmitted infection |
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U-A |
Urinalysis |
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B-P |
Blood pressure |
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C-X-R |
Chest x-ray |
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Derm |
Skin |
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C.A.B.G |
Coronary artery bypass graft |
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I & O |
Intake and output |
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k |
Potassium |
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NS |
No show |
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O2 |
Oxygen |
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O-T-C |
Over the counter |
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-plasty |
Surgical reconstruction |
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P-O |
By mouth |
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P-O |
By mouth |
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START |
Immediately |
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T-B |
Tuberculosis |
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U-T-I |
Urinary tract infection |
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Cardiologist |
Diagnoses and treats disease of the heart |
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D.O Doctors of osteopathy |
Similar to medical doctors, but have a holistic approach |
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Endocrinologist |
Treats patients who suffer from hormonal imbalance. And also treat diabetics, thyroid disorders, pituitary disorders, and other hormonal disease |
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Nurse practitioners N.P |
Advanced academic training beyond the registered nurse ( R.N) |
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Orthopedics |
Concerned with correction of deformities or functional impairments of the skeletal system |
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Pathologist |
Study causes and effects of disease, perform autopsies and analyze tissue samples |
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Physician assistance |
Practice medicine under the direction and supervision of a licensed medical doctor ( M.D) |
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Radiology |
The science dealing with X-Ray and other high energy radiation, especially the use of such radiation for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases |
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Dorsal recumbent |
Lying flat on the back with knees bents. |
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Fowlers |
Upright sitting position with the exam table raised to a 90 degree angle Also best position to help a patient who is having difficulty breathing |
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Fowlers |
Upright sitting position with the exam table raised to a 90 degree angle Also best position to help a patient who is having difficulty breathing |
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Lithotomy |
Lying flat on the table with buttocks at the end of the table and feet resting in stirring Also for vaginal examination |
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Prone |
Lying flat on the abdomen with the arms above the head |
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Supine |
• Lying flat on the back with the arms down to The side • used for doing an EKG • measuring an infant • any procedures that require a patient to be laying on their back |
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Sims (lateral) |
Lying on left side with the left leg slightly flexed and the right leg flexed at a 90 degree angle Also for exams involving the rectum and administering enemas |
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Trendelenburg |
Legs elevated above the head to force circulation to vital organs And effective in raising a patient low blood pressure |
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Coronal/frontal |
Divides the body into anterior and posterior sections |
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Sagittal |
Divides the body into left and right |
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Transverse |
Divides the body into top (superior) and bottom (inferior) parts |
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Body mass index (B.M.I) |
Calculated by height and weight |
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Body mass index (B.M.I) |
Calculated by height and weight |
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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (C.P.R) |
100 compressions should be performed in one minute |
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Body mass index (B.M.I) |
Calculated by height and weight |
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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (C.P.R) |
100 compressions should be performed in one minute |
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Eye irrigation |
To relieve inflammation and discomfort |
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Body mass index (B.M.I) |
Calculated by height and weight |
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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (C.P.R) |
100 compressions should be performed in one minute |
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Eye irrigation |
To relieve inflammation and discomfort |
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Figure eight bandage |
Typically used to wrap the ankle |
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Infant head measurement |
Please tape measure at the most prominent part of the forehead, often one or two fingers above the eyebrows |
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Infant head measurement |
place tape measure at the most prominent part of the forehead, often one or two fingers above the eyebrows |
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Ishihara eye chart |
Test for color vision |
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Pulse oximetry |
Measuring the oxygen level in the blood Also place on finger or earlobe |
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Pulse oximetry |
Measuring the oxygen level in the blood Also place on finger or earlobe |
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Streptococcal test |
Collected from the throat (oral) |
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Stress test |
Monitors cardiovascular capacity during a period of increasingly strenuous exercise while the patient is using a treadmill Also patient sweating is normal and the test should be continued without interruption |
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Transferring a patient |
Is always a concern so as not to injury the patient or the healthcare worker. Always use correct body mechanics, like bending at the knees when lifting |
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Vision test |
A visual acuity chart that is used to test distance visual acuity. If use capital letters of different size to test vision on the literate adult. The test is conducted from 20 feet away. |
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Weighing a patient |
Perform quality control (Q.C) on a scale by balancing the skill first before weighing a patient |
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Wound Care |
Always clean in a circular motion from inward to outward. If a wound culture is taken, include in the documentation any recent patient use of antibiotics |
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Computerized axial tomography . C.T or C.A.T scan |
A series of X-ray images taken from different angles using computer processing to create cross section images or slices of bones, blood vessels and soft tissue inside the body, sometimes a contrast is used to enhance visibility. |
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Contrast |
A special solution to help highlight the areas of the body being examined that block x-ray and appears white on image, which can emphasize the Images. Some patients who are allergic to selfish can also have an allergy to the contrast solution used in some C.T scans. Be sure to ask about selfish allergies if a patient is having a C.T scan |
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Ophthalmoscope |
Used to examine and see inside the structure of the eye |
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Otoscope |
Used to look into the ear |
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Otoscope |
Used to look into the ear |
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Sphygmomanometer |
Instrument used to measure blood pressure |
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Otoscope |
Used to look into the ear |
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Sphygmomanometer |
Instrument used to measure blood pressure |
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Weighing |
If a patient is having difficulty sending then have them use a walker by placing the walker over the scale |
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Otoscope |
Used to look into the ear |
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Sphygmomanometer |
Instrument used to measure blood pressure |
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Weighing |
If a patient is having difficulty sending then have them use a walker by placing the walker over the scale |
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Standard precautions |
Set of infection control practices used to prevent transmission of disease that can be acquired by contact with blood, body fluids, non intact skin, and mucous membranes. Basically, treat everyone as if they are infected. |
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Otoscope |
Used to look into the ear |
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Sphygmomanometer |
Instrument used to measure blood pressure |
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Weighing |
If a patient is having difficulty sending then have them use a walker by placing the walker over the scale |
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Standard precautions |
Set of infection control practices used to prevent transmission of disease that can be acquired by contact with blood, body fluids, non intact skin, and mucous membranes. Basically, treat everyone as if they are infected. |
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Transmission methods |
• Airborne. Influenza, measles and tuberculosis. • Blood Borne. Human immunodeficiency virus (h.i.v) • Contact. Sexually transmitted illnesses (s.t.i) |
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Otoscope |
Used to look into the ear |
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Sphygmomanometer |
Instrument used to measure blood pressure |
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Weighing |
If a patient is having difficulty sending then have them use a walker by placing the walker over the scale |
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Standard precautions |
Set of infection control practices used to prevent transmission of disease that can be acquired by contact with blood, body fluids, non intact skin, and mucous membranes. Basically, treat everyone as if they are infected. |
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Transmission methods |
• Airborne. Influenza, measles and tuberculosis. • Blood Borne. Human immunodeficiency virus (h.i.v) • Contact. Sexually transmitted illnesses (s.t.i) |
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Caution. Gloves |
Should alway be worn if there is a risk of exposure to bodily fluids such as urine, blood, cysts, pus, Etc |
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Otoscope |
Used to look into the ear |
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Sphygmomanometer |
Instrument used to measure blood pressure |
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Weighing |
If a patient is having difficulty sending then have them use a walker by placing the walker over the scale |
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Standard precautions |
Set of infection control practices used to prevent transmission of disease that can be acquired by contact with blood, body fluids, non intact skin, and mucous membranes. Basically, treat everyone as if they are infected. |
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Transmission methods |
• Airborne. Influenza, measles and tuberculosis. • Blood Borne. Human immunodeficiency virus (h.i.v) • Contact. Sexually transmitted illnesses (s.t.i) |
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Caution. Gloves |
Should alway be worn if there is a risk of exposure to bodily fluids such as urine, blood, cysts, pus, Etc |
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Caution: sharps conditioner |
A hard plastic container that is used to safety dispose of needles and other sharp objects. Always log removal in a facility log book |
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Crohn disease |
A type of inflammation bowel disease. Has an underlying genetic cause, provider should screen for family history. |
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Graves’ disease |
An autoimmune disease that effects the thyroid. Smoking may increase the risk of disease and may worsen eye problems |
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Illness |
Subjective departure from wellness |
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Influenza |
A common viral infection that can be deadly, especially in high risk groups. Body aches, sore throat, fever, runny nose, and feeling tired |
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Anatomy |
The study of the structure of living things |
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Anatomy |
The study of the structure of living things |
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Physiology |
Function and processes of living organisms |
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Red blood cell (R.B.C) |
Transports oxygen throughout the body |
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Platelets, thrombocytes |
Function to stop bleeding by clumping and clotting at injury |
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White blood cell, Leukocyte, W.B.C |
Cells of the immune system that are involved in protecting the body. Least prevalent of these are basophils comprising less than 1% of white blood cells. Neutrophils account for roughly 60% of white blood cells. |
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Pharmacology |
The study of medications and how they act on the body (both good and bad), as well as their classification and various properties. |
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Antipyretics |
Medication used to lower a patients body temperature |
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Absorption |
How long it takes for a drug to get into the bloodstream |
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Contraindication |
A specific situation In which a drug should not be used because it may be harmful to the patient |
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Distribution |
The reversible transfer of a drug from one location to another within the body. |
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Distribution |
The reversible transfer of a drug from one location to another within the body. |
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Excretion |
The removal of a medication from the body |
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Indication |
A conditioner which makes a particular treatment or procedure advisable |
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Metabolism |
Most important organ for drug metabolism is the lever |
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Medication and vaccines |
• Bronchodilators, dilates the bronchi and bronchioles by decreasing resistance in the respiratory airway and increasing airflow to the lungs. Should stop using before a patient is scheduled for a Pulmonary Function Test. |
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Influenza vaccine |
Must document expiration date and lot number in patients medical record |
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Enteric Coated Tablet |
contain an outer shell that prevents an oral tablet from dissolving until it reaches the intestines, often to prevent stomach irritation. |
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Opiates |
Drugs with morphine like effects, derived from opium to treat pain. |
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Non steroidal anti inflammatory drug (n.s.a.i.d) |
Reduce pain and inflammation. |
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Transdermal patches |
Adheres to patients skin and the medication is absorbed slowly. Instruct the patient to write the date and time on each patch that is applied. |
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Blood |
Place the requisition in the outside pocket of the transport bag when transporting a laboratory specimen to an outside laboratory |
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Phlebotomy and laboratory specimens |
Blood draw & Lab test |
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Blood |
Place the requisition In the outside pocket of the transport bag when transporting a laboratory specimen to outside laboratory. |
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Blood |
Place the requisition In the outside pocket of the transport bag when transporting a laboratory specimen to outside laboratory. |
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Capillary collection |
• Always wipe off the first drop of blood. • apply directly pressure on the puncture site when performing a finger stick |
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Lab Tests |
A1C (Hemoglobin A1C). Determines the average blood sugar concentration for the preceding two to three months to check for diabetes. |
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Lab Tests |
A1C (Hemoglobin A1C). Determines the average blood sugar concentration for the preceding two to three months to check for diabetes. |
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• anaerobic collection or transport device. |
Absence of oxygen and do not expose to oxygen. |
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Lab Tests |
A1C (Hemoglobin A1C). Determines the average blood sugar concentration for the preceding two to three months to check for diabetes. |
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• anaerobic collection or transport device. |
Absence of oxygen and do not expose to oxygen. |
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• Aerobic collection or transport device. |
Presence of oxygen |
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Lab Tests |
A1C (Hemoglobin A1C). Determines the average blood sugar concentration for the preceding two to three months to check for diabetes. |
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• anaerobic collection or transport device. |
Absence of oxygen and do not expose to oxygen. |
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• Aerobic collection or transport device. |
Presence of oxygen |
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Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) |
Measure the oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood from an artery. A CCMA cannot perform an ABG |
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Blood cultures |
Used to detect the presence of bacteria fungi in the blood. A minimum of 8-10 mLs of blood per bottle should be collected. |
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Blood cultures |
Used to detect the presence of bacteria fungi in the blood. A minimum of 8-10 mLs of blood per bottle should be collected. |
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Erythrocytes Sedimentation Rate (ESR) |
Check for information and the distance the erythrocytes have settled over time. |
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Blood cultures |
Used to detect the presence of bacteria fungi in the blood. A minimum of 8-10 mLs of blood per bottle should be collected. |
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Erythrocytes Sedimentation Rate (ESR) |
Check for information and the distance the erythrocytes have settled over time. |
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Follicle stimulating hormones (FSH) |
Would be ordered if a woman was having menopausal symptoms, such as night sweats and hot flashes. |
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Blood cultures |
Used to detect the presence of bacteria fungi in the blood. A minimum of 8-10 mLs of blood per bottle should be collected. |
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Erythrocytes Sedimentation Rate (ESR) |
Check for information and the distance the erythrocytes have settled over time. |
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Follicle stimulating hormones (FSH) |
Would be ordered if a woman was having menopausal symptoms, such as night sweats and hot flashes. |
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Fecal Occult |
Test to screen for hidden blood in the stool. Blood cannot be seen with the naked eye. Screening test for diverticulitis, Colon cancer, etc |
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Glucose tolerance test (GTT) |
Used to diagnose diabetes and starts when the patient finishes drinking the glucose solution. |
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Glucose tolerance test (GTT) |
Used to diagnose diabetes and starts when the patient finishes drinking the glucose solution. |
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Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) |
Urine pregnancy test |
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Urinalysis |
Test of urine to detect and manage a wide range of disorders, such as urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes. |
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Laboratory tubes |
Invert tubes for proper mixture of additive and blood. Fill lavender tubes first when performing a capillary collection. |
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Prothrombin time international normalization Ratio (PT/INR) |
To help diagnose the cause of unexplained bleeding or inappropriate blood clot |
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Technique |
• Have the patient make a fist But do not pump the fist. • Tie the tourniquet 3-4 inches from the venipuncture site. • Clem the skin in a circular motion from inside to outside.
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Technique |
Always wear gloves and never pop the fingertip of the glove off to feel for the vein. Insert needle at a 30 degree angle or less when using a multi sample needles. |
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Technique |
Insert a needle at a 15 to 20 degree angle when using a winged infusion set. Used 70% isopropyl alcohol to clean venipuncture site. Apply safety device immediately after withdrawing from patient. |
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Urinalysis |
• Always check the reagent solution date. • A urine sample for a routine urinalysis will be rejected if the specimen is not in a sterile container. • Lower back pain or bilateral side pain can indicative of a kidney infection. |
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Venipuncture |
•Winged infusion set (butterfly needle) is to used on a smal veins. •A winged infusion set (butterfly needle) is used on the hand. Never use a straight needle. |
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Order of draw |
To prevent cross contamination |
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Yellow top tube |
Microbiology. Deals with microorganisms and their effects on other living organisms. |
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Light blue top tube |
Coagulation. The study of the body ability to form clots and dissolve them. |
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Red and gold tiger and light green and dark green and gray top tube |
Chemistry. The largest department in the core laboratory, analysis of bodily fluids for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. |
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Red and gold tiger and light green and dark green and gray top tube |
Chemistry. The largest department in the core laboratory, analysis of bodily fluids for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. |
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lavender top tube |
Hematology. The study of blood and blood cell Counts. |
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Toxicology |
Tests for poisons, pharmaceutical and recreational drugs. |
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The Color tubes in order |
Yellow, blue, light green, lavender and gray |
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Blood pressure (B.P) |
110/70 is considered normal by the American Heart Association (A.H.A) |
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• System, Digestive • function, absorption of nutrients • Common Disorders, ulcers, polyps |
• System, Digestive • function, absorption of nutrients • Common Disorders, ulcers, polyps |
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• System, endocrine • Function, transports hormones • common disorders, hypo- or hyperthyroidism
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• System, endocrine • Function, transports hormones • common disorders, hypo- or hyperthyroidism |
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• system, integumentary • function, protects underlying tissue • common disorders, acne, burn, dermatitis
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• system, integumentary • function, protects underlying tissue • common disorders, acne, burn, dermatitis |
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Body systems |
• system, integumentary • function, protects underlying tissue • common disorders, acne, burn, dermatitis |
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Body Systems |
• System, lymphatic • function, maintains tissue fluid balance • common disorders, immune disorders |
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Body systems |
• system, integumentary • function, protects underlying tissue • common disorders, acne, burn, dermatitis |
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Body Systems |
• System, lymphatic • function, maintains tissue fluid balance • common disorders, immune disorders |
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Body System |
• System, muscular • function, produces heat, maintains posture • common disorders, muscular dystrophy |
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Body systems |
• system, integumentary • function, protects underlying tissue • common disorders, acne, burn, dermatitis |
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Body Systems |
• System, lymphatic • function, maintains tissue fluid balance • common disorders, immune disorders |
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Body System |
• System, muscular • function, produces heat, maintains posture • common disorders, muscular dystrophy |
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Body systems |
• System, nervous • function, allows communication • common disorders, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis |
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Body systems |
• system, integumentary • function, protects underlying tissue • common disorders, acne, burn, dermatitis |
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Body Systems |
• System, lymphatic • function, maintains tissue fluid balance • common disorders, immune disorders |
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Body System |
• System, muscular • function, produces heat, maintains posture • common disorders, muscular dystrophy |
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Body systems |
• System, nervous • function, allows communication • common disorders, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis |
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Body systems |
• System reproductive • function, secretes hormones, reproduction • common disorders, infertility, STI |
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Body systems |
• system, integumentary • function, protects underlying tissue • common disorders, acne, burn, dermatitis |
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Body Systems |
• System, lymphatic • function, maintains tissue fluid balance • common disorders, immune disorders |
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Body System |
• System, muscular • function, produces heat, maintains posture • common disorders, muscular dystrophy |
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Body systems |
• System, nervous • function, allows communication • common disorders, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis |
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Body systems |
• System reproductive • function, secretes hormones, reproduction • common disorders, infertility, STI |
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Body systems |
• System, respiratory • function, inhalation and exhalation • common disorders, asthma, bronchitis |
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Body systems |
• system, integumentary • function, protects underlying tissue • common disorders, acne, burn, dermatitis |
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Body Systems |
• System, lymphatic • function, maintains tissue fluid balance • common disorders, immune disorders |
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Body System |
• System, muscular • function, produces heat, maintains posture • common disorders, muscular dystrophy |
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Body systems |
• System, nervous • function, allows communication • common disorders, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis |
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Body systems |
• System reproductive • function, secretes hormones, reproduction • common disorders, infertility, STI |
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Body systems |
• System, respiratory • function, inhalation and exhalation • common disorders, asthma, bronchitis |
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Body systems |
• System, skeletal • function, provides support, protects organs • common disorders, arthritis, osteoporosis |
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Body systems |
• system, integumentary • function, protects underlying tissue • common disorders, acne, burn, dermatitis |
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Body Systems |
• System, lymphatic • function, maintains tissue fluid balance • common disorders, immune disorders |
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Body System |
• System, muscular • function, produces heat, maintains posture • common disorders, muscular dystrophy |
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Body systems |
• System, nervous • function, allows communication • common disorders, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis |
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Body systems |
• System reproductive • function, secretes hormones, reproduction • common disorders, infertility, STI |
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Body systems |
• System, respiratory • function, inhalation and exhalation • common disorders, asthma, bronchitis |
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Body systems |
• System, skeletal • function, provides support, protects organs • common disorders, arthritis, osteoporosis |
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Body systems |
• system, urinary • function, maintains acid-base balance • common disorders, UTI, kidney stones |
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Instruments |
• suture removal, use sterile thumb dressing forced • surgical instruments, like hemostats and forceps; rinse thoroughly under cold water prior to disinfection and sterilization |
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Autoclave |
A pressure chamber used to sterilize equipment requiring elevated temperature and pressure •instruments that have been autoclave with no must be reprocessed and rewrapped. •distilled water is the solution used for sterilization •sterilization indicators should be used to ensure the proper temperature, pressure, and time were reached |
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Procedures |
•coronary artery bypass grafting CABG, surgery that improves blood flow to the heart •mastectomy, removal of all or part of the breast |
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Sterile field |
• lay the surgical instrument gently on the sterile field to prevent dust scatter • keep a sterile field by always opening any package away from the body • break down a sterile field if someone touches it without sterile gloves, reaches across it, or otherwise contaminates it. |
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Sterile field |
• lay the surgical instrument gently on the sterile field to prevent dust scatter • keep a sterile field by always opening any package away from the body • break down a sterile field if someone touches it without sterile gloves, reaches across it, or otherwise contaminates it. |
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Sterilization |
• The process of making something free from bacteria or living microorganisms. • always wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE) like gloves, when cleaning and disinfecting surgical instruments. |
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Alcohol |
Use 70% isopropyl alcohol to clean a patient skins for skin preparation. |
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Mitochondria |
The chemical energy production of the cell that powers the cell metabolic activities |
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Shellfish, eggs and milk |
Foods that contain plentiful amounts of iodine. |
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Blood pressure (BP) |
110/70 is considered normal by the Americans Heart Association (AHA) |
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Systolic Pressure |
The first sound heard (construction) during a blood pressure reading (top number) sounds like tapping • use the correct blood pressure cuff size. Larger patient will need a larger cuff. • deflate at a rate of 2-3 mm Hg per second. |
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Diastolic pressure |
The last sound heard (relaxation) during a blood pressure reading ( bottom number) all sounds disappear. |
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Asepsis |
The absence of bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms. • medical asepsis- clean- reduces or inhibits number and growth of microorganisms. • surgical asepsis- sterile- eliminates all organisms, both pathogenic and non-pathogenic including spores. |
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Alcohol based rub |
Can be used in lieu of washing with soap and water if hands or not visibly soiled |
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Decontamination |
The neutralization or removal of dangerous substances or germs from an area, object or person • 1:10 solution of bleach and water should be used to clean up urine or blood that has been spilled on the floor. • a CCMA should disinfect an exam room after each patient visit. |
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Disinfection |
Process of destroying pathogens on surfaces. |
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Sanitization |
Reduces the number of microbes (make something extremely clean) |
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Sterilization |
Destruction of all pathogens and their spores. |
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Pharmacology |
The study of medication and how they act on the body (both good and bad ) as well as their classifications used to lower a patient body temperature |
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Antipyretic |
Medication used to lower a patient temperature |
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Basal state |
Refers to a patient who has not eaten anything for a period of 12 hours or longer. |
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Pulse |
Normal is considered 60-100 beats per minute • an apical pulse is used to check the heart rate of an infant. Apical pulse may be heard over the apex of the heart with a stethoscope or by palpating to obtain a pulse. |
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Respiration |
12-20 respiration per minute is considered normal. |
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Respiration |
12-20 respiration per minute is considered normal. |
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Temperature |
Oral 98.6 F, axillary 97.6 F |
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Respiration |
12-20 respiration per minute is considered normal. |
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Temperature |
Oral 98.6 F, axillary 97.6 F |
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Temporal |
Forehead |
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Tympanic |
Within the ear |
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Tympanic |
Within the ear |
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Rectal temperature |
Considered the most accurate form of taking a temperature, but poses a greater risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens |
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Tympanic |
Within the ear |
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Rectal temperature |
Considered the most accurate form of taking a temperature, but poses a greater risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens |
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Afebrile |
Absence of fever |
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Tympanic |
Within the ear |
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Rectal temperature |
Considered the most accurate form of taking a temperature, but poses a greater risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens |
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Afebrile |
Absence of fever |
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Febrile |
• Having a fever • any temperature over 100 F is considered febrile. |
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Intermittent fever |
Feverish periods lasting a few hours alternating with periods in which the temperature is normal. |
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Continuous fever |
Fever that fluctuates less than 3 degree but does not return to normal. |
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Continuous fever |
Fever that fluctuates less than 3 degree but does not return to normal. |
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Remittent fever |
Temperature remains above normal through the day and fluctuates more than 3 degrees |
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Angle of injection |
• intradermal 15 degree angle without aspiration. • purified portion derivative/tuberculosis (PPD/TB) • needle size should be between 25ga to 28ga |
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Subcultures |
45 degree angle with aspiration • insulin injections |
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Subcultures |
45 degree angle with aspiration • insulin injections |
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Intramuscular |
90 degree angle with aspiration |
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Subcultures |
45 degree angle with aspiration • insulin injections |
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Intramuscular |
90 degree angle with aspiration |
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Routes |
• intradermal (ID). Just below the epidermis. • subcutaneous (sub Q). Under the skin • intramuscular (IM). Deep into the muscle |
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Sites |
• Deltoid, lateral shoulder • Vastus Lateralis (upper lateral thigh), should be used to perform an intramuscular injection (IM) on an infant. |
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Caution |
Always call the provider before giving an injection if the dosage is not listed on the patient chart or requisition |
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Caution |
Always call the provider before giving an injection if the dosage is not listed on the patient chart or requisition |
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EKG |
Traces the electrical activity of the heart |
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Caution |
Always call the provider before giving an injection if the dosage is not listed on the patient chart or requisition |
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EKG |
Traces the electrical activity of the heart |
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Atrioventricular Node (AV node) |
The electrical relay station between the upper and lower chambers of the heart. The atrioventricular node is stimulated after the sinoatrial node fires. |
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Caution |
Always call the provider before giving an injection if the dosage is not listed on the patient chart or requisition |
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EKG |
Traces the electrical activity of the heart |
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Atrioventricular Node (AV node) |
The electrical relay station between the upper and lower chambers of the heart. The atrioventricular node is stimulated after the sinoatrial node fires. |
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Electrodes |
Small pads or patches that are attached to the skin and connected to the leads. • cloth tape can be applied to hold down the leads if they are not sticking properly. • ensure the patient skin is clean and dry. |
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Caution |
Always call the provider before giving an injection if the dosage is not listed on the patient chart or requisition |
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EKG |
Traces the electrical activity of the heart |
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Atrioventricular Node (AV node) |
The electrical relay station between the upper and lower chambers of the heart. The atrioventricular node is stimulated after the sinoatrial node fires. |
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Electrodes |
Small pads or patches that are attached to the skin and connected to the leads. • cloth tape can be applied to hold down the leads if they are not sticking properly. • ensure the patient skin is clean and dry. |
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Holter monitor |
• Worn by a patient for 24 hours to evaluate heart function. • instruct the patient not to bath or shower to prevent the electrodes from getting wet.
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Caution |
Always call the provider before giving an injection if the dosage is not listed on the patient chart or requisition |
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EKG |
Traces the electrical activity of the heart |
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Atrioventricular Node (AV node) |
The electrical relay station between the upper and lower chambers of the heart. The atrioventricular node is stimulated after the sinoatrial node fires. |
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Electrodes |
Small pads or patches that are attached to the skin and connected to the leads. • cloth tape can be applied to hold down the leads if they are not sticking properly. • ensure the patient skin is clean and dry. |
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Holter monitor |
• Worn by a patient for 24 hours to evaluate heart function. • instruct the patient not to bath or shower to prevent the electrodes from getting wet.
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Leads |
An electrical connection attached to the body to perform an EKG. |
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Caution |
Always call the provider before giving an injection if the dosage is not listed on the patient chart or requisition |
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EKG |
Traces the electrical activity of the heart |
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Atrioventricular Node (AV node) |
The electrical relay station between the upper and lower chambers of the heart. The atrioventricular node is stimulated after the sinoatrial node fires. |
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Electrodes |
Small pads or patches that are attached to the skin and connected to the leads. • cloth tape can be applied to hold down the leads if they are not sticking properly. • ensure the patient skin is clean and dry. |
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Holter monitor |
• Worn by a patient for 24 hours to evaluate heart function. • instruct the patient not to bath or shower to prevent the electrodes from getting wet.
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Leads |
An electrical connection attached to the body to perform an EKG. |
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Ground lead |
Placed on the right leg. |
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Caution |
Always call the provider before giving an injection if the dosage is not listed on the patient chart or requisition |
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EKG |
Traces the electrical activity of the heart |
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Atrioventricular Node (AV node) |
The electrical relay station between the upper and lower chambers of the heart. The atrioventricular node is stimulated after the sinoatrial node fires. |
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Electrodes |
Small pads or patches that are attached to the skin and connected to the leads. • cloth tape can be applied to hold down the leads if they are not sticking properly. • ensure the patient skin is clean and dry. |
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Holter monitor |
• Worn by a patient for 24 hours to evaluate heart function. • instruct the patient not to bath or shower to prevent the electrodes from getting wet.
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Leads |
An electrical connection attached to the body to perform an EKG. |
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Ground lead |
Placed on the right leg. |
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Precordial leads |
Placed on the chest. |
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Chain of infection |
A way of gathering the information needed to interrupt or prevent an epidemic. Each of the links in the chain must be favorable to the organism for the epidemic to continue. Breaking any link in the chain can disrupt the epidemic. |
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Six links in the chain of infection |
• Infection agent (disease), any microorganisms that can cause a disease. • reservoir, the place where the microorganisms resides, thrives, and reproduces, I.e, food, water, toile seat, elevator buttons. |
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Six links in the chain of infection |
• Portal of exit, the place where the organisms leaves the reservoir, such as the respiratory tract (nose, mouth) intestinal tract (rectum), urinary tract, or blood and other body fluids. • mode of transmission, the means by which an organisms transfer from one carrier to another |
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Six links in the chain of infection |
• portal of entry, the opening where an infectious agent enters the host body such as mucous membranes, open wounds, or tubes inserted in body cavities like urinary catheter or feeding tubes. • susceptible host, ( disease in new host), a person who is at risk for developing an infection from the disease |
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Maslow hierarchy of needs. Had often represented in a hierarchical pyramid with five levels. The four levels (lower-order needs) are considered physiological needs, while the top level of the pyramid is considered growth needs. The lower level needs must be satisfied before higher order needs can influence behavior |
• self-actualization, morality, creativity, problem solving, etc. • self esteem, confidence, achievement, respect, etc. • belonging, love, friendship, intimacy, family etc • safety, security of environment, resources, health, property, etc. • physiological, air, food, water, sex, sleep and other factors towards homeostasis, etc |
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Angry patients |
Take the patient to a private area so as not to disturb the other patients that might be in the waiting area or within earshot. |
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Angry patients |
Take the patient to a private area so as not to disturb the other patients that might be in the waiting area or within earshot. |
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Eye irrigation |
If body fluids or irritant chemicals contract the eyes, flush for up to 15 minutes. |
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Angry patients |
Take the patient to a private area so as not to disturb the other patients that might be in the waiting area or within earshot. |
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Eye irrigation |
If body fluids or irritant chemicals contract the eyes, flush for up to 15 minutes. |
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Fire safety |
Make sure all employees are aware of the emergency exit in case of a fire |
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Pass. Sequence of operating a fire extinguisher. |
• pull the pin • aim at the base of the fire • squeeze the handle • sweep back and forth |
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Poison control center |
A local facility that is able to provide immediate free and expert treatment advice and assistance over the telephone in case of exposure to poisonous or hazardous substance • if the office receives a call about someone who has ingested a hazardous chemical refer them to the poison control |
