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A patient with an airway obstruction would receive a ______ tag.
A patient with an airway obstruction would receive a ______ tag.
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Major injuries that require treatment can wait for ______ to 2 hours.
Major injuries that require treatment can wait for ______ to 2 hours.
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Minor injuries, also referred to as the 'walking wounded,' receive a ______ tag.
Minor injuries, also referred to as the 'walking wounded,' receive a ______ tag.
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Expected and allowed to die, a patient would be assigned a ______ tag.
Expected and allowed to die, a patient would be assigned a ______ tag.
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Normal Sodium (Na) levels range from ______ to 145.
Normal Sodium (Na) levels range from ______ to 145.
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A neutropenic precaution is indicated when the ANC is less than ______.
A neutropenic precaution is indicated when the ANC is less than ______.
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An antidote for Warfarin is ______.
An antidote for Warfarin is ______.
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In Respiratory Acidosis, the pH would be ______ or low.
In Respiratory Acidosis, the pH would be ______ or low.
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For heart failure, the patient should be positioned upright with legs dangling to decrease ______ return and lung congestion.
For heart failure, the patient should be positioned upright with legs dangling to decrease ______ return and lung congestion.
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After cataract surgery, the patient should be in a ______ position.
After cataract surgery, the patient should be in a ______ position.
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In case of a DVT, elevation of the leg should be above ______ level.
In case of a DVT, elevation of the leg should be above ______ level.
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For autonomic dysreflexia, the patient should be placed in a high-______ position to improve oxygenation.
For autonomic dysreflexia, the patient should be placed in a high-______ position to improve oxygenation.
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After a craniotomy, the head should be elevated between ______ to 45 degrees.
After a craniotomy, the head should be elevated between ______ to 45 degrees.
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Airborne precautions include diseases like Measles, Chicken pox, and _____.
Airborne precautions include diseases like Measles, Chicken pox, and _____.
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In droplet precautions, a surgical mask is required when within ____ feet of the client.
In droplet precautions, a surgical mask is required when within ____ feet of the client.
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For contact precautions, infections like RSV and skin infections are managed with a private room or _____.
For contact precautions, infections like RSV and skin infections are managed with a private room or _____.
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After a mastectomy, the patient's affected arm should be elevated on a _____.
After a mastectomy, the patient's affected arm should be elevated on a _____.
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During a rectal enema, the patient should be in the ____ position.
During a rectal enema, the patient should be in the ____ position.
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Before a thoracentesis, the patient should ____ their bladder.
Before a thoracentesis, the patient should ____ their bladder.
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For cardiac catheterization, it is critical to check the patient's allergy to _____.
For cardiac catheterization, it is critical to check the patient's allergy to _____.
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After an above the knee amputation, the patient should keep the stump elevated on a _____.
After an above the knee amputation, the patient should keep the stump elevated on a _____.
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After a lumbar puncture, the patient should lie ______ for 4-12 hours.
After a lumbar puncture, the patient should lie ______ for 4-12 hours.
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For total hip replacement, the client should avoid ______ to prevent dislocation.
For total hip replacement, the client should avoid ______ to prevent dislocation.
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Post-gastrectomy, it is essential to restrict ______ during meals.
Post-gastrectomy, it is essential to restrict ______ during meals.
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During an amniocentesis, the patient should lie on their ______ side.
During an amniocentesis, the patient should lie on their ______ side.
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For a pulmonary function test, the patient should hold their breath mid-______.
For a pulmonary function test, the patient should hold their breath mid-______.
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In a 24-hour creatinine clearance test, all urine should be saved and kept in the ______.
In a 24-hour creatinine clearance test, all urine should be saved and kept in the ______.
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Tube feedings should not be administered if bowel sounds are ______.
Tube feedings should not be administered if bowel sounds are ______.
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Endotracheal tubes are used to maintain a patent airway with ______ ventilation.
Endotracheal tubes are used to maintain a patent airway with ______ ventilation.
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The cuff of the endotracheal tube inflates to prevent ______ and ensure tidal volume.
The cuff of the endotracheal tube inflates to prevent ______ and ensure tidal volume.
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After any eye surgery, patients should move ______ and avoid bending over.
After any eye surgery, patients should move ______ and avoid bending over.
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A normal range for albumin is between ______ g/dL.
A normal range for albumin is between ______ g/dL.
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Troponin I levels rise within ______ hours after cardiac injury.
Troponin I levels rise within ______ hours after cardiac injury.
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HDL cholesterol levels should be greater than ______ mg/dL.
HDL cholesterol levels should be greater than ______ mg/dL.
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A potential antidote for lithium toxicity is ______.
A potential antidote for lithium toxicity is ______.
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The normal range for LDL cholesterol is less than ______ mg/dL.
The normal range for LDL cholesterol is less than ______ mg/dL.
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Hyperkalemia is defined as having potassium levels greater than ______ mEq/L.
Hyperkalemia is defined as having potassium levels greater than ______ mEq/L.
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In Cushing's syndrome, symptoms include moon face and buffalo ______.
In Cushing's syndrome, symptoms include moon face and buffalo ______.
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For adolescents and adults, a normal fasting blood glucose level ranges from ______ mg/dL.
For adolescents and adults, a normal fasting blood glucose level ranges from ______ mg/dL.
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Chvostek's sign is associated with ______ deficiency.
Chvostek's sign is associated with ______ deficiency.
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Symptoms of hypernatremia include a flushed ______.
Symptoms of hypernatremia include a flushed ______.
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The normal range for triglycerides is less than ______ mg/dL.
The normal range for triglycerides is less than ______ mg/dL.
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Patients with Addison's disease often exhibit ______ skin pigmentation.
Patients with Addison's disease often exhibit ______ skin pigmentation.
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A critical condition associated with severe hyperthyroidism is known as a ______ storm.
A critical condition associated with severe hyperthyroidism is known as a ______ storm.
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In diabetes insipidus, patients often experience ______.
In diabetes insipidus, patients often experience ______.
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If it is a dry suction system there is no ______ and you control the amount of suction with a dial on the wall.
If it is a dry suction system there is no ______ and you control the amount of suction with a dial on the wall.
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The ______ nerve is responsible for the sense of smell.
The ______ nerve is responsible for the sense of smell.
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The ______ nerve is associated with pupil constriction and eye movement.
The ______ nerve is associated with pupil constriction and eye movement.
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During the crisis of Trust vs ______, infants develop skills to build a trusting relationship.
During the crisis of Trust vs ______, infants develop skills to build a trusting relationship.
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Children in the Early Childhood stage engage in ______ play, allowing them to express independence while playing nearby others.
Children in the Early Childhood stage engage in ______ play, allowing them to express independence while playing nearby others.
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The ______ stage of Erikson's development involves children developing social, physical, and learning skills.
The ______ stage of Erikson's development involves children developing social, physical, and learning skills.
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One of the key milestones for an infant at 2-3 months is that the posterior ______ closes.
One of the key milestones for an infant at 2-3 months is that the posterior ______ closes.
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A major concern during the infant period is ______ baby syndrome, often associated with colic.
A major concern during the infant period is ______ baby syndrome, often associated with colic.
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The ______ nerve controls tongue movement and can be tested for asymmetry.
The ______ nerve controls tongue movement and can be tested for asymmetry.
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In the stage of Late Childhood, play is characterized by ______ and cooperative activities.
In the stage of Late Childhood, play is characterized by ______ and cooperative activities.
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Study Notes
Disaster Triage
- Red Tag (Class I): Immediate threat to life, treat right away (e.g., airway obstruction, profound hemorrhage)
- Yellow Tag (Class II): Requires immediate attention (e.g., shock)
- Green Tag (Class III or Nonurgent): Major injuries that need treatment within 1-2 hours, minor injuries can wait 2-4 hours
- Black Tag (Class IV or Expectant): Treatment can be delayed more than 2 hours, or expected to die, cardiac arrest
Lab Values
- Sodium (Na): 135-145
- Potassium (K): 3.5-5.0
- Calcium (Ca): 8.6-10.2
- Magnesium (Mg): 1.3-2.3
- Chloride (Cl): 97-107
- Phosphorous (P): 2.5-4.5
- Creatinine: 0.6-1.2
- WBC: 5,000-10,000
- RBC: ANC < 1000 = neutropenic
- BUN: 10-20
- Glucose: 70-110
- Hgb: 12-18
- Hct: (3x Hgb) 36-54
- Platelets: 150,000-400,000
- PT: 11-13 (pre-teen age)
- INR: 0.8-1.1 (warfarin: multiply by 1.5-2.5)
- aPTT: 30-40 (warfarin: 2-3 (multiply by 1.5-2.5), heparin: 45-70 (multiply by 1.5-2.5))
Additional Information
- Anticoagulants prolong blood clot formation time
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Test your knowledge on disaster triage categories and essential lab values. This quiz covers critical concepts such as immediate threats to life and the normal ranges for key laboratory tests like sodium and potassium. Perfect for healthcare professionals looking to refresh their skills.
