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Healthcare Sem
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| OSHA | agency that establishes/enforces safety standards for the workplace |
| Ergonomics | applied science used to promote the safety and well-being of a person by adapting the environment and using techniques to prevent injury |
| Body Mechanics | was the body moves/maintains balance while making efficient use of all parts; bend at knees NOT back; thighs are strongest |
| Safety Data Sheet | information sheets on chemicals used in workplace; manufacturers name/contact info; 1st aid measure; PPE; where to store; how to clean |
| Microorganisms | fungi : is a simple, plant-like organism that lives on Dead organic matter and can cause diseases like ringworm/athlete's foot |
| Protozoa | one-celled animal-like organism are often found in decayed materials; animal or bird feces, insect bites and contaminated water . Malaria can be caused by some of these |
| Helminths | multicellular and commonly referred to as worms or flukes |
| Aseptic Techniques | disinfection is a process that uses chemicals to destroy or kill pathogenic organisms but is not always effective against spores and viruses |
| Sterilization | process that destroys all microorganisms, both pathogenic and nonpathogenic, including spores and viruses |
| Antisepsis | prevents or inhibits the growth of pathogenic organisms but are not effective against spores and viruses. They can usually be used on the skin |
| Autoclave | a piece of equipment that uses steam under pressure or gas to sterilize equipment and supplies |
| Opportunistic Infection | an infection that occurs when the body's defenses are weak such as with an AIDS patient or a Cancer patient |
| Bloodborne Pathogens | or viruses that are of major concern for healthcare workers. HIV, HBV(Hepatitis B Virus), HCV (Hepatitis C Virus) |
| Bradycardia | a pulse rate under 60 beats per minute |
| Afebrile | without fever |
| Pain Scale | used to asses the patient's level of pain on a scale of 0 to 10, with 0 being no pain and 10 being the worst pain possible. Five would be moderate or medium pain |
| Hypotension | low blood pressure |
| Cyanosis | blue/gray color of skin and/or nails |
| Hypertension | high blood pressure |
| Hypothermia | low body temperature |
| Arrhythmia | irregular or abnormal heart beat |
| Dyspnea | labored or difficulty breathing |
| Orthopnea | unable to breathe without sitting up straight or standing |
| Tachypnea | rapid respirations ( above 25 breaths per minute) |
| Apical Pulse | heart rate taken over the apex of the heart using a stethoscope |
| Respiratory Rate | adults 12-20/minute |
| Temperature | most accurate is rectally; least accurate way to take a temperature is axillary; always ask if they have had anything to eat, drink, or smoke 15 minutes prior |
| Sphygmomanometer | an instrument used to measure blood pressure in mm of mercury |
| First Aid | AlWAYS check the scene before giving care. Second Impact Syndrome Good Samaritan Laws - Stroke - sudden numbness/weakness of the face, arm, or leg(one side) difficulty speaking, drooping of mouth Nosebleed - lean forward pinch |
| CPR | compressions - compress 2 inches. every 30 sec, 2 breaths. You should give at least 100 compressions in 1 minute check - tap/shout AED to analyze heart rhythm and deliver shock |
| K | potassium |
| KVO | Keep Vein Open |
| L&D | labor & delivery |
| MN | midnight |
| MI - | Myocardial Infarction |
| N/C | No complaints |
| NKDA | No Known Drug Allergies |
| BRP | bathroom privelleges |
| N&V | nausea and vomiting |
| BSC | Bedside commode |
| STAT | immediately |
| SOB | shortness of breath |
| S&S | signs & symptoms |
| tid | three times a day |
| tx | treatment |
| U/A | urinalysis |
| V/S | vital signs |
| WNL | within normal limits |
| w/o | without |
| URI | upper respiratory infection |
| ac | before meals |
| hs | @ bedtime |
| 1tsp = mL | 5mL |
Created by:
gbradford12