antispasmodics/muscle relaxants

reduces or prevents muscle spams

cyclobenzaprine, methocarbamol

antispasmodics/muscle relaxants

antitussives/expectorants

control cough, promote elimination of mucus

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CCMA NHA

Question	Answer
AC	before meals
GTT	drop
NPO	nothing by mouth
STAT	immediately
PRN	whenever necessary
PC	after meals
Q	every
BID	twice a day
QS	sufficient amoount
SIG	write on the label
Analgesics	relieve pain
acetaminophen; hydrocodone	analgesics
antacids/anti-ulcer	neutralize stomach acid
esomeprazole, calcium carbonate	antacids/anti-ulcer
antibiotics	kills bacteria
amoxicillin, ciprofloxacin	antibiotics
anticholinergics	reduce bronchopasm
ipratropium, dicyclomine	anticholinergics
anticoagulants	delay blood clotting
warfarin, enoxaparin, heparin	anticoagulants
anticonvulsants	prevent or control seizures
clonazepam, phenytoin, gabapentin	anticonvulsants
antidepressants	relieve depression
doxepin, fluoxetine, duloxetine, selegiline	antidepressants
antidiarrheals	reduces diarrhea
bismuth subsalicylate, lopearamide	antidiarrheals
antiemetics	reduces nausea, vomiting
metoclopramide, ondansetron	antiemetics
antifungals	kill fungi
fluconazole, nystatin, miconazole	antifungals
antihistamines	relieves allergies
diphenhydramine, cetrizine, loratadine	antihistamines
antihypertensive	lower blood pressure
Metoprolol, lisinopril, valsartan, clonidine	antihypertensive
anti-inflammatories	reduces inflamatian
ibuprofen, celecoxib, naproxen	anti-inflammatories
antilipemic	lower cholesterol
atorvastatin, fenofibrate	antilipemic
antimigraine agents	relieve migraine headaches
topiramate, sumatriptan	antimigraine agents
anti-osteoporosis agents	improve bone density
alendronate, ibandronate, calcitonin	anti-osteoporosis agents
antipsychotics	control psychotic symptoms
quetiapine, haloperidol, risperidone	antipsychotics
antipyretics	reduces fever
acetaminophen, ibuprofen, aspirin	antipyretics
antispasmodics/muscle relaxants	reduces or prevents muscle spams
cyclobenzaprine, methocarbamol	antispasmodics/muscle relaxants
antitussives/expectorants	control cough, promote elimination of mucus
dextromethorphan, codeine, guaifenesin	antitussives/expectorants
antivirals	kill viruses
acyclovir, interferon, oseltamivir	antivirals
anxiolytics( antianxiety)	reduces anxiety
clonazepam, diazepam, lorazepam	anxiolytics( antianxiety)
bronchodilators	relax airway muscles
albuterol, isoproterenol, theophylline	bronchodilators
central nervous system stimulator	reduces hyperactivity
methylphenidate, modafinil	central nervous system stimulator
contraceptives	prevent pregnancy
medroxyprogesterone acetate, ethinyl estradiol	contraceptives
decongestants	relieve nasal congestion
pseudoephedrine, mometasone	decongestants
diuretics	eliminate excess fluid
furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide	diuretics
hormone replacement	stabilize hormone deficiencies
levothyroxine, insulin, desmopressin, estrogen	hormone replacement
laxatives, stool softeners	promote bowel movements
magnesium, hydroxide, bisacodyls	laxatives, stool softeners
oral hypoglycemic	reduces blood glucose
metformin, acarbose, glyburide	oral hypoglycemic
sedative- hypnotics	induce sleep/ relaxation
zolpidem, temazepam, eszopiclone	sedative- hypnotics
schedule 1	substances that have a high potential for abuse and no approved medical use in the united states THEY ARE ILLEGAL
schedule 2	substances that have a high potential for abuse and are considered dangerous and can lead to psychological and physical dependence
schedule 3	moderate to low potential for physical and psychological dependence
schedule 4	low potential for abuse and dependence
schedule 5	contain limited quantities of some narcotics
schedule 1 drugs	heroin, mescaline and lysergic acid diethylamide
schedule 2 drugs	morphine, methadone, oxycodone, hydromorphine, hydrocodone , fentanyl and meth
schedule 3 drugs	ketamine anabolic steroids and testosterone
schedule 4 drugs	diazepam, zolpidem, eszopiclone clonazepam
schedule 5 drugs	antidiarrheal, antitussive and analgesic
Fat Soluble vitamins	A, D, E, K
Water Soluble vitamins	B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, folate pantothenic acid, biotin, C
Vitamin A ( retinol)	cell growth and maintenance health of skin and mucous membranes night vision food source milk fat, meat butter, leafy vegetables egg yolks , fish oils yellow and orange fruit
vitamin B1 ( thiamine)	carbohydrate metabolism heart, nerve and muscle function fod source whole grains meat nuts seeds yeast rice
albuterol	bronchodilators
amlodipine besylate	antihypertensive; calcium channel blocker
amoxicillin	antibiotic
aripiprazole	antipsychotic
atorvastatin	antilpemic; statin
azithromycin	antibiotic
celecoxib	ainti-inflammatory
cephalexin	antibiotic
ciprofloxacin	antibiotic
clopidogrel	antiplatelet agent
donepezil	anti-alzheimers
duloxetine	antidepressent
enoxaparin	anticoagulant
escitalopram	antidepressant
esomeprazole	anti-ulcer agent
fenofibrate	antilipemic
furosemide	duretic
gabepentin	anticonvulsant
hydrochlorothiazide	diuretic
norco( hydrocodone )	opiod
insulin	hypoglyceic
levofloxacin	antibiotic
levothyroxine	thyroid hormone
lisinopril	antihypertensive
losartan	antihypertensive
memantine	anti- alzheimers
metformin	hypoglycemic
methylphenidate	central nervous system stimulant
metoprolol succinate metoprolol Tartrate	antihypertensive
pravastatin	antilipemic
prednisone	glucocorticoid
pregablin	anticonvulsant
rosuvastatin	antilipemic
simvastatin	antilipemic
tramadol	analgestic
valsartan	antihypertensive
warfarin	anticoagulant
zolpidem	sedative-hypnotic for sleep
omeprazole	anti-ulcer
sildenafil	erectile dysfunction agent
quetiapine	antipsychotic
Gastroenterologists	specialize in managing diseases of the gastrointestinal tract: the stomach, intestines, esophagus, liver, pancreas, colon, and rectum
Gynecologists	specialize in the female reproductive system and fertility disorders
Hematologists	deal with blood and blood-producing organs. They often work with patients who have anemia, leukemia, and lymphoma
pathologists	specialize in body tissues, blood, urine, and other body fluids to diagnose or treat medical conditions
Neurologists	specialize in the nervous system.
Obstetricians	specialize in the care of women during and after pregnancy
Hepatologists	specialize in the study of body parts such as the liver, biliary tree, gallbladder, and pancreas
Internists	provide comprehensive care of adults, often diagnosing and treating chronic, long-term conditions
Pregnancy testing:	Urine is screened for the presence of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) antibodies
Rapid Streptococcus testing	:Throat swabs are obtained to screen for Group B streptococcus
heart	located within the central part of the chest (mediastinum)
atery/arteriole	thick-walled vessels that carry away blood from the heart.
vein/venule	vessels that carry blood toward the heart
capillary	the smallest blood vessels which connect arterioles to venuels
endocardium	innermost layer of cells that lines the atria, ventricles, and heart valves
myocardium	muscular layer of the heart
pericardium	outermost layer of the heart. secretes pericardial fluid
the heart is muscle made out of ?	epicardium, myocardium and endocardium
naturally acquired active immunity	when a person has an infection and then developes antibodies against the pathogen
artificially acquired active immunity	administration from the vaccine
naturally acquired passive immunity	short-lasting immunity passed from mother to child through the placenta and breast milk
artificially acquired passive immunity	short- lasting immunity, this is created by giving an exposed person antibodies from person who has previously had the disease
monocytes	engulf and destroy pathogen that have been coagulated with antibodies
skeletal muscle	responsible for body movements and is also called voluntary muscle or striated muscle
smooth muscle	found within the walls of hollow organs, blood vessels and in the iris of the eye.
cardiac muscle	found only in the heart
tendon	ends of skeletal muscles that attach the muscle to a bone
small intestine dived into 3 sections	duodenum, jejunum, ileum
large intestine dived into 5 sections	cecum, ascending, transverse, descending and sigmoid
gall bladder	located inferior to the liver
bile storage	gall bladder
homeostasis	hormone
endocrine glands	release hormones directly into the blood stream
exocrine gland	release hormones into a duct for delivery of the target cells
sharps container required amount before disposing	should be two- thirds full
infectious material made from	impermeable polyethylene or polypropylene
suture removal equipment	stich or sutures scissors and forceps
vital signs are key indicators for	homeostasis
Pyrexia	fever
normal temperature	98.6 F/ 37 C
radial pulse	located on the thumb side wrist if for adults
brachia pulse	inside upper arm for children
carotid pulse	located in the neck just below the jaw bone used in emergency procedures
adult respirations	12--20/min
new born respiirations	30--50/min
infants Blood pressure	60/30---100/80
adults blood pressure	100/60-----140/80
hypertension Blood pressure	140/90 or higher
pre hypertension blood pressure	120--139 top number ; 80---89 bottom number
intradermal needle	27-28gauge length 3/8 inch
subcutaneous needle	25-26 gauge 1/2 inch , 5/8 inch
intramuscular needle	20-23 1 to 3 inches depending on muscle and patient size
90 degree angle	deltoid muscle, ventrogluteal muscle, vastus lateralils muscle
45 degree angle	subcutaneous
10 to 15 degree angle	intradermal
buccal	between the cheek and gums
muscosal	medication designed to absorb into and through mucous membranes
abrasion	scape or rub
incision	open injury typically caused by a sharp object causing a straight cut. apply pressure until bleeding is controlled
laceration	open injury that is jagged in nature and caused by a sharp object. apply pressure until bleeding is controlled
contusion	closed injury also known as a bruise
concussion	closed head trauma in which the brain has been jolted or shaken
stretching or tearing of ligament that connects bone to bone	strain
stretching or tearing muscle or tendon that connects a muscle to bone	sprain
first degree burn	first layer of tissue; sun burn
second degree burn	involve subcutaneous tissue and will blister
third degree burn	muscle and possible bone ;appear dry and charred
heimlich maneuver	if patient is chocking and unable to speak perform it
signs of infection	red or swelling, feeling hot to the touch, drainage, foul order from the site, fever, malaise, lymphangitis
superior-cranial	above or closer to the head
inferior-caudal	below or closer to the feet
anterior- ventral	toward the front of the body
posterior-dorsal	toward the back of the body
medial	closer to the midline of the body
lateral	further away from the midline of the body
proximal	closer to the trunk of the body
anatomical position	standing face forward
aphasia	inability to speak
dysphasia	difficulty speaking
distal	farther away from the trunk
superficial	closer to the surface of the body
deep	farther from the bodys surface
cranial cavity	within the bony cranium, houses the meninges ( brain)
spinal cavity	continuation of the cranial cavity as it travels down the midline and back
sagittal plane	divides the body into the left and right side
transverse plane	divides the body into upper and lower sections
frontal plane	coronal plane divides the body into anterior and posterior sections
thoracic cavity	within the chest, houses of the lungs, heart and major blood vessels
abdominal cavity	within the abdomen, houses several major organs
pelvic cavity	inferior to the abdominal cavity, houses the bladder
Skin	Responsible for protection, temperature regulation, sensation, excretion, and vitaminD production
Hair follicles	Generate hair
Sebaceous (oil) glands	Produce sebum to keep skin and hair soft, and prevent bacteria from growing on the skin
Fingernails and toenails	Protect the ends of fingers and toes
Sudoriferous (sweat) glands	Produce sweat to aid in cooling the body
Epidermis layer	Outermost layer of epithelial tissue, covers the external surface of the body
Dermis layer	Thick layer beneath the dermis that contains arteries, veins, nerves
Subcutaneous layer	Loose, connective tissue composed of adipose tissue and lipocytes
Protection	The skin is the body’s first defense against illness and injury. It also prevents exposure of the body’s internal
Temperature regulation	The skin plays a significant role in the body’s ability to maintain and regulate its temperature.
Excretion	Perspiring aids in cooling the body but also results in the loss of water and minerals.
Sensation	The skin is loaded with nerve receptors to detect sensations (heat, cold, pain).
Vitamin D production	The body needs vitamin D in order to absorb calcium (needed for bone strength).
Axial skeleton	The adult axial skeleton has 80 bones including the skull, vertebrae, and ribs
Appendicular skeleton	The adult appendicular skeleton has 126 bones including arms, legs, and pelvic girdle
Ligament	Attaches bone to bone for joint stability
Long bones	Have epiphysis, diaphysis, and medullary cavity containing yellow bone marrow.
Short bones	Found in the wrists and ankles, typically small and round.
Flat bones	Majority of surface area is flat or slightly curved. Examples
Irregular bones	Unusual shape that is typically related to their function. Examples
Sesamoid bones	Small, round bones found in joints that are held in place by tendons
Scapula Clavicle Humerus Radius Ulna Carpals Metacarpals Phalange	bones of the upper extremities
Pelvic girdle Femur Patella Tibia Fibula Ta r s a l s Metatarsals Phalanges	bones of the lower extremities
Skull Cervical vertebrae Thoracic vertebrae Lumbar vertebrae Sacrum Coccyx Ribs	bones of the axial skeleton
Urine is screened for the presence of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) antibodies	Pregnancy testing
Throat swabs are obtained to screen for Group B streptococcus	Rapid Streptococcus testing:
: The urinalysis is a screening tool for analytes that are excreted in the urine	Dipstick,tablet, or multi-stick urinalysis:
: A machine is used to screen for the oxygen-carrying protein in whole blood, performed using capillary blood from a fingerstick	Hemoglobin
Fingerstick collection of blood in microcapillary tubes is centrifuged and evaluated for the percentage of red blood cells.	⦁Spun hematocrit:
Whole blood is analyzed in a glucometer for a quantitative glucose level and is a screening test for diabetes, performed using capillary blood from a finger stick (capillarypuncture).	⦁Blood glucose:
⦁: This capillary blood test shows diabetes control over an approximate 3-monthperiod.	Hemoglobin A1c
: Lipids are evaluated using capillary blood.	⦁Cholesterol testing
A blood sample screens for H. pylori, which is the main cause of gastric ulcers	⦁Helicobacter pylori:
: This screening tool tests for the presence of the Epstein-Barr virus in capillary blood.	Mononucleosis screening
This screening is a qualitative test for influenza antigens using a swab that is inserted into the nostril.	Nasal smear for influenza types A/ B:
Substances can be detected in urine and blood samples.	Drug testing:
: This test is performed to screen for hidden blood in the stool	Fecal occult blood
CLIA	clinical laboratories improvement amendments are point of care testing's
misdemeanero	an offense that is considered less serious than a felony and carries lesser penalty fine or imprisonment for up to 1 year
assault	trying or threatening to hurt someone physically
battery	intentional touching or using force in a harmful manner without the persons consent
paliintiff	a person who files a lawsuit initiating a legal actions
defendant	a person who is being sued or accused of a crime in a court law
subpoena	written order that commands someone to appear in court to give evidence
deposition	a formal statement that someone who has promised to tell the truth makes so that the statement can be used in court
mutual assent	agreement by all parties to contract; must prove there was an offer and acceptance
consideration	a benefit of some type of for entering into the contract such as financial reimbursement
capacity	parties must legally be able to contract
legality	subject matter must be legal
Skeletal muscle	Responsible for body movement, and also called voluntary muscle or striated muscle.
Smooth muscle	Found within the walls of hollow orangs, blood vessels and in the iris of the eye
Which of the following cell structures is instrumental in helping the body mobilize and secrete mucus from the respiratory tract?	Cilia
medical assistant is preparing to assist a provider with suturing a wound. Which of the following items should be in the sterile field for this procedure?	hemostat would be used in a suturing procedure and must be located in the sterile field.
medical assistant is performing a fecal occult blood test using a guaiac card. Which of the following actions should the assistant take?	The color blue on the paper indicates that there is blood in the patient's stool.
medical assistant is performing a 12-lead EKG on a patient. Which of the following electrodes should the assistant place to the left of the sternum at the fourth intercostal space?	v2
a 12-lead EKG, which of the following is the correct placement for the V4 electrode?	At the fifth intercostal space, left midclavicular line
A medical assistant should allow a serum specimen tube without an anticoagulant additive to stand for which of the following lengths of time prior to centrifuging?	45 minutes
CBC test	Lavender tube
bacteria	A bacterium is a single-cell micro-organism that reproduces rapidly and causes many different infections.
common shapes of bacteria	coccus (round), spirillum (spiral-shaped), vibrio (shaped like a comma), and bacillus (rod-shaped).
Viruse	A virus is a tiny micro-organism that causes many infections and diseases.
Parasites	Viruses require living tissue to survive and grow; so unlike bacteria, they are actually
fungi	A fungus is a micro-organism that grows on or in animals and plants.
The single-cell fungi are	yeasts; multi-cell varieties are spore-producing molds
Protozoa	A protozoon is a single-cell parasite that can be microscopic or large enough to see without a microscope.
environment for Protozoa	thrive in damp environments and in bodies of standing water, such as ponds and lakes
Cell Membrane	the thin, outermost structure of human cells. It is selectively permeable, which means that it lets some substances in and out but blocks the passage of others
cell wall	is the outmost layer of the cell that maintains its shape and protects it.
Nucleus	round structure that is inside the cell, usually near its center.
nuclear membrane	is the structure that surrounds the nucleus. It contains pores that allow larger compounds to move in and out of the cell’s nucleus.
Cytoplasm	is the inside of the cell that contains other organelles, such as mitochondria, that perform the functions of the cells.
ribosome	is an organelle that contributes to protein synthesis, which is the building of proteins from their basic components, the amino acids.
endoplasmic reticulum	provides networks of passageways for moving various substances within the cytoplasm.
mitochondrion	is an organelle that gives the cells energy.
lysosome	function of the lysosome organelle within the cell is digestion
centriole	A centriole is a cylindrical-shaped organelle that plays a role in cell division, with each pair in the cell making sure to divide the chromosomes equally to the cells that result from the reproduction process.
Golgi apparatus	s synthesizes carbohydrates and sorts the proteins the ribosome is supporting
peroxisome	is an organelle in the cytoplasm that contains enzymes
flagellum	is a tail-like appendage that allows the cell to move in a swimming-like motion.
cilia	hair-like projections that help move substances through various tracts and paths in the body.
genetic	involving genes, the parts of a cell that control or influence the appearance, growth, and other characteristics of a living thing
ion	An atom or group of atoms that has a positive or negative electric charge
Brain	Coordinates most body activities, and is the control center for the body as well as thought, emotion, and judgment.
The brain is divided into four lobes	frontal, parietal, occipital, and temporal.
⦁Spinal cord	Provides a pathway for nerve impulses travelling to and from the brain, and extends from the base of the brain to the lumbar vertebrae through the vertebral column.
⦁Peripheral nerves	Includes 12 pairs of cranial nerves and 31 pairs of spinal nerves branching off from the spinal cord. Carries nerve signals between the body and the brain.
⦁Neuron	Functional unit of the nervous system
⦁Dendrites	Has multiple branching structures.
⦁Nucleus	Directs cellular activities.
⦁Cytoplasm	Produces neurotransmitters and energy for the neuron.
⦁Axon	Stores neurotransmitters
Testes	Produce sperm and testosterone. Located below the pelvic cavity on the outside of the body, within the scrotum.
⦁Scrotum	A pouch of skin that houses the testes.
⦁Penis	External cylinder-shaped organ that moves urine and semen out of thebody.
⦁Epididymis	Coiled tube located superior to each teste, responsible for maturation of sperm cells.
⦁Vas deferens	Connects the epididymis to the urethra.
⦁Seminal vesicles	Sac-like organs that secrete seminal fluid. This fluid stimulates muscle contractions in the female reproductive organs to aid in propelling sperm forward.
⦁Prostate gland	Surrounds the proximal urethra, contracts during ejaculation to aid in forward movement of sperm. Secretes fluid that protects sperm within the vagina.
⦁Bulbourethral glands (Cowper’s glands)	Inferior to the prostate gland, secrete fluid to lubricate the end of the penis to prepare for intercourse.
⦁Androgens	Group of male sex hormones.
⦁Testosterone	Most abundant and biologically active of male sex hormones.
Ovaries	Pair of oval-shaped organs located within the pelvic cavity. Produce ova, estrogen, andprogesterone.
⦁Fallopian tubes	Muscular tubes with proximal opening near each ovary, connects distally to uterus, Receives egg during ovulation.
⦁Uterus	Hollow muscular organ, lies low in pelvic cavity, Receives fertilized egg, which implants into uterine wall for fetal development. In a nonpregnant female
The lower portion of the uterus is	the cervix, which creates a barrier between the uterus and vagina and dilates during childbirth.
⦁Vagina	Muscular tube extending from the uterus to the outside of the body. Expands during intercourse and childbirth.
⦁Labia majora	Folds of skin and adipose tissue that protect other external female genitalia.
⦁Labia minora	Folds of skin within the labia majora, pinkish in color due to high blood circulation, forms a hood over the clitoris.
⦁Clitoris	Highly sensitive female erectile tissue located anterior to the urethra.
Perineum	Area between the vagina and anus.
⦁Estrogen	Group of female sex hormones.
Progesterone	Hormone secreted by ovaries.
⦁Estradiol	Most abundant and biologically active female hormone
Nine body regions	right hypochondriac, right lumbar, right illiac, epigastric, umbilical, hypogastric (or pubic), left hypochondriac, left lumbar, and left illiac divisions
right hypochondriac	contains the right portion of the liver, the gallbladder, the right kidney, and parts of the small intestine.
right lumbar	consists of the gallbladder, the right kidney, part of the liver, and the ascending colon.
right illiac	appendix, cecum, and the right iliac fossa. It is also commonly referred to as the right inguinal region.
epigastric	(above stomach) region contains the majority of the stomach, part of the liver, part of the pancreas, part of the duodenum, part of the spleen, and the adrenal glands.
umbilical	contains the umbilicus (navel), and many parts of the small intestine, such as part of the duodenum, the jejunum, and the illeum.
hypogastric (or pubic)	contains the organs around the pubic bone. These include bladder, part of the sigmoid colon, the anus, and many organs of the reproductive system, such as the uterus and ovaries in females and the prostate in males.
left hypochondriac	contains part of the spleen, the left kidney, part of the stomach, the pancreas, and parts of the colon.
left lumbar	consists of the descending colon, the left kidney, and part of the spleen.
left illiac divisions	contains part of the descending colon, the sigmoid colon, and the left illiac fossa.
Abdominal Four Quadrants	Right Upper Quadrant, left Upper Quadrant, Right Lower Quadrant, Left lower Quadrant.
The right upper quadrant contains	the right portion of the liver, the gallbladder, right kidney, a small portion of the stomach, the duodenum, the head of the pancreas, portions of the ascending and transverse colon, and parts of small intestine.
The left upper quadrant is the location	of the left portion of the liver, part of the stomach, the pancreas, left kidney, spleen, portions of the transverse and descending colon, and parts of the small intestine.
right lower quadrant is	sits the cecum, appendix, part of the small intestines, the right half of the female reproductive system, and the right ureter.
left lower quadrant houses	the majority of the small intestine, some of the large intestine, the left half of the female reproductive system, and the left ureter.
White	right arm.
Black	left arm.
Red	left leg.
Green	right leg.
V1	color red right side of the sternum at the fourth intercostal space.
V2	color yellow left side of the sternum, directly across from V1 at the fourth intercostal space.
V3	color green left side the chest, midway between v2 and v4.
V4	color blue left side of the chest fifth intercostal space mid clavicular line.
V5	color orange left side of the chest fifth intercostal space anterior axillary line.
V6	color purple left side of the chest fifth intercostal space mid axillary line.
Must adhere to HIPAA guidelines	Health care clearinghouses
what gives patients the right to their medical record ?	HIPAA is the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability The HIPAA Privacy Rule grants patients the right to access, review, and receive a copy of their health care information.
Malfeasance	is performed when a person knowingly commits an unlawful and wrongful act.
Living will	A living will is a legal document that states the life-saving procedures a patient authorizes in the event he is incapable of verbalizing his desire for medical treatment.
Durable power of attorney	This legal document names a health care advocate to make medical decisions for a patient when he is unable to do so.
OSHA	is an agency of the Department of Labor and has a primary focus of protecting individuals in the workplace by establishing and enforcing safety regulations through training, outreach, education, and assistance.
(NIH) national institute of health	is a division of HHS and has a primary focus of conducting biomedical research concerning the causes and prevention of disease. They also provide telehealth information to the health care industry.
Ethical distress	ethically correct action is indicated, but some type of barrier prevents the assistant from following through with that action. knows she should report her coworker, but she feels she cannot because it could lead to her coworker losing her job
A Medical Order	for Life-Sustaining Treatment form provides medical orders from the patient's provider regarding the patient's wishes for life-sustaining treatment. This form will be moved from one facility to another when the patient is transferred
The AMA Code of Ethic	s was written in 1846 and includes nine separate categories of ethical dilemmas concerning allied health professionals.
Affordable Care Act (ACA)	put in place to reform the health care system by providing more Americans with affordable, quality health insurance to ultimately curb the growth in health care spending in the United States.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)	OSHA states that employers are accountable for providing a safe and healthful workplace for employees by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education, and assistance.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPA A)	HIPAA gives patients rights over their health information and sets rules and limits on who can look at and receive patients’ private information.
Controlled Substances Act (CSA)	CSA is a federal policy that regulates the manufacture and distribution of controlled substances Controlled substances can include narcotics, depressants, and stimulants.
Title VII of Civil Rights	Title VII of Civil Rights Act prohibits an employer with 15 or more employees from discriminating on the basis of race, national origin, gender, or religion.
Equal Pay Act	TheEqual Pay Act mandates the same pay for all people who do substantially equal work regardless of sex.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)	ADA forbids discrimination against any applicant or employee who could perform a job regardless of a disability.
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)	FMLA is a federal law that requires certain employers to give time off to employees for familial or medical reasons.
The Joint Commission (TJC)	Accreditation with TJC helps organizations position for the future of integrated care, strengthen patient safety and the quality of care, improve risk management and risk reduction, and provide a framework for organizational structure and management.
Malfeasance	performance of an unlawful, wrongful act; for example, performing a procedure on the wrong patient.
⦁Misfeasance	is performance of a lawful action in an illegal or improper manner; for example, performing the procedure on the correct patient, but doing so incorrectly.
⦁Negligence	is the failure to do something that a reasonable person of ordinary prudence would do in a certain situation, or the doing of something that such a person would not do.
⦁Nonfeasance	is failure to perform a task, duty, or undertaking that one has agreed to perform or has a legal duty to perform; for example, waiting to treat a patient until it is too late.
leads I, II, III	bipolar
Leads AVL, AVR, and AVF	unipolar
P wave	Represents atrial depolarization or contraction.
QRS wave	Represents ventricular depolarization or contraction (atrial repolarization is not visible but occurs during this phase).
T wave	Represents ventricular repolarization or relaxation.U wave
P-R interval	Starts at the beginning of the P wave and ends at the beginning of the Q wave, It represents the time it takes from the beginning of atrial depolarization to the beginning of ventricular depolarization.
QT interval	Starts at the beginning of the Q wave and ends at the end of the T wave, It represents the time it takes from the beginning of ventricular depolarization to the end of ventricular repolarization.
ST segment	Starts at the end of S wave and ends at the beginning of the T wave.

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