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Which of the following techniques is essential for performing a proper venipuncture?
What are the primary considerations when administering CPR?
Which of the following is NOT one of the six rights of medication administration?
In managing a wound, which technique is essential for preventing infection during dressing changes?
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Which assessment tool is typically used for evaluating pain in patients?
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What is a critical step in using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)?
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How can healthcare providers effectively support a patient experiencing anxiety?
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Which of the following statements regarding cultural competence in patient care is true?
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What is an important infection control measure when implementing hand hygiene?
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Which of the following is a common complication to monitor during IV therapy?
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Study Notes
Clinical Skills
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Assessment Techniques
- Vital signs: blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, and oxygen saturation.
- Physical examination: inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation.
- Health history taking: thorough review of patient’s medical, family, and social history.
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IV Therapy
- Venipuncture: proper techniques for inserting IV catheters.
- Medication administration: understanding routes (IV push, infusion).
- Monitoring for complications: infiltration, phlebitis, catheter-related infections.
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Wound Care
- Types of wounds: acute vs. chronic.
- Dressing changes: sterile technique, types of dressings.
- Infection control: signs of infection and proper wound cleaning.
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Basic Life Support (BLS)
- CPR techniques: chest compressions and rescue breaths.
- Use of AED: steps for application and shock delivery.
- Choking procedures: Heimlich maneuver for adults and infants.
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Medication Administration
- Six rights of medication administration: right patient, right drug, right dose, right route, right time, right documentation.
- Understanding pharmacology: medication classes, side effects, and interactions.
- Safe disposal of medications: protocols for expired or unused medications.
Patient Care
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Holistic Approach
- Understand the bio-psycho-social model: addressing physical, psychological, and social needs.
- Cultural competence: incorporating patient's cultural beliefs into care planning.
- Patient-centered care: involving patients in decision-making and care processes.
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Communication Skills
- Therapeutic communication: active listening, empathy, and building rapport.
- Documentation and reporting: accuracy in patient records, handover communication.
- Educating patients: providing clear information about diagnoses, treatments, and self-care.
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Pain Management
- Assessment of pain: using scales (likert, Wong-Baker FACES).
- Pharmacological methods: analgesics, adjuvant medications.
- Non-pharmacological methods: relaxation techniques, physical therapies, and alternative therapies.
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Emotional Support
- Recognizing signs of anxiety and depression in patients.
- Providing support during critical situations (diagnoses, end-of-life care).
- Encouraging family involvement in care planning and support.
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Safety and Infection Control
- Hand hygiene: importance of washing hands and using PPE.
- Fall prevention strategies: assessing risks and implementing safety measures.
- Protocols for isolating patients: understanding contact, droplet, and airborne precautions.
Assessment Techniques
- Vital signs include blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, and oxygen saturation.
- Physical examination utilizes inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation,
- Health history taking encompasses a thorough review of patient’s medical, family, and social history.
IV Therapy
- Venipuncture involves proper techniques for inserting IV catheters.
- Medication administration includes understanding routes such as IV push and infusion.
- Monitoring for complications includes infiltration, phlebitis, and catheter-related infections.
Wound Care
- Wounds are categorized as acute or chronic.
- Dressing changes require sterile technique and various types of dressings.
- Infection control involves recognizing signs of infection and practicing proper wound cleaning.
Basic Life Support (BLS)
- CPR techniques include chest compressions and rescue breaths.
- Use of AED involves steps for application and shock delivery.
- Choking procedures include the Heimlich maneuver for adults and infants.
Medication Administration
- The Six Rights of medication administration include right patient, right drug, right dose, right route, right time, and right documentation.
- Understanding pharmacology encompasses medication classes, side effects, and interactions.
- Safe disposal of medications involves protocols for expired or unused medications.
Holistic Approach
- The bio-psycho-social model considers physical, psychological, and social needs of patients.
- Cultural competence involves incorporating patient's cultural beliefs into care planning.
- Patient-centered care includes involving patients in decision-making and care processes.
Communication Skills
- Therapeutic communication involves active listening, empathy, and building rapport.
- Documentation and reporting require accuracy in patient records and effective handover communication.
- Educating patients includes providing clear information about diagnoses, treatments, and self-care.
Pain Management
- Pain assessment utilizes scales such as the Likert scale and Wong-Baker FACES scale.
- Pharmacological methods include analgesics and adjuvant medications.
- Non-pharmacological methods include relaxation techniques, physical therapies, and alternative therapies.
Emotional Support
- Recognizing signs of anxiety and depression in patients is important.
- Providing support during critical situations like diagnoses and end-of-life care is crucial.
- Encouraging family involvement in care planning and support is essential.
Safety and Infection Control
- Hand hygiene involves washing hands and using PPE.
- Fall prevention strategies include assessing risks and implementing safety measures.
- Protocols for isolating patients involve understanding contact, droplet, and airborne precautions.
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Test your knowledge on essential clinical skills including assessment techniques, IV therapy, wound care, and basic life support procedures. This quiz covers critical aspects that every healthcare professional should be familiar with, ensuring you are equipped with the knowledge to provide effective patient care.
