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What is the purpose of shaking the thermometer down after use?
What is the purpose of shaking the thermometer down after use?
- To clear it of any dirt.
- To ensure it is clean.
- To adjust its calibration.
- To bring mercury back for reuse. (correct)
Why is it important to check the mercury level should be below 35ºC before use?
Why is it important to check the mercury level should be below 35ºC before use?
- To prevent injury from a hot thermometer.
- To verify the thermometer is functional.
- To minimize the waiting time for the reading.
- To ensure accurate temperature readings. (correct)
What should be done to the thermometer bulb before inserting it in the axilla?
What should be done to the thermometer bulb before inserting it in the axilla?
- It should be cooled in ice water.
- It should be warmed slightly.
- It should be cleaned with alcohol.
- It should be wiped dry. (correct)
How long should the thermometer remain in place to ensure accuracy?
How long should the thermometer remain in place to ensure accuracy?
What is the first step in assessing axillary temperature?
What is the first step in assessing axillary temperature?
Why is it necessary to dry the thermometer with a cotton sponge after washing?
Why is it necessary to dry the thermometer with a cotton sponge after washing?
What position should the forearm be in while taking the axillary temperature?
What position should the forearm be in while taking the axillary temperature?
What prevents perspiration from affecting the temperature reading?
What prevents perspiration from affecting the temperature reading?
What should be avoided when palpating a patient's pulse?
What should be avoided when palpating a patient's pulse?
What is the normal range for a respiration rate in adults?
What is the normal range for a respiration rate in adults?
Which of the following conditions typically causes an increased respiration rate?
Which of the following conditions typically causes an increased respiration rate?
What immediate action should be taken before measuring respiration rate?
What immediate action should be taken before measuring respiration rate?
What condition is indicated by a respiration rate above 20 breaths per minute?
What condition is indicated by a respiration rate above 20 breaths per minute?
Which of the following needs to be recorded in a patient's chart after measuring their pulse?
Which of the following needs to be recorded in a patient's chart after measuring their pulse?
What term describes having difficulty breathing?
What term describes having difficulty breathing?
When counting respiration, what is included in each breath?
When counting respiration, what is included in each breath?
When should drugs be administered via injection?
When should drugs be administered via injection?
Which of the following is NOT a suitable site for subcutaneous drug administration?
Which of the following is NOT a suitable site for subcutaneous drug administration?
What is the purpose of checking the patient's prescription sheet before administering medication?
What is the purpose of checking the patient's prescription sheet before administering medication?
Which equipment is essential for the administration of an injection?
Which equipment is essential for the administration of an injection?
What should be done to prevent cross infection during the injection procedure?
What should be done to prevent cross infection during the injection procedure?
Why is it important to check for known drug allergies before administering medication?
Why is it important to check for known drug allergies before administering medication?
What is the reason for using a non-touch technique when preparing the injection?
What is the reason for using a non-touch technique when preparing the injection?
What should be checked to confirm that a drug has not expired?
What should be checked to confirm that a drug has not expired?
What is the primary reason for checking the patient's prescription sheet before administration?
What is the primary reason for checking the patient's prescription sheet before administration?
Which muscle site is devoid of large nerves and blood vessels?
Which muscle site is devoid of large nerves and blood vessels?
Why is it necessary to check for known drug allergies during the injection procedure?
Why is it necessary to check for known drug allergies during the injection procedure?
What should be done if a drug's expiry date has passed?
What should be done if a drug's expiry date has passed?
What is the main purpose of wearing gloves during the muscular injection procedure?
What is the main purpose of wearing gloves during the muscular injection procedure?
Which technique is used when attaching a needle to the syringe?
Which technique is used when attaching a needle to the syringe?
Where on the thigh is the rectus femoris injection site located?
Where on the thigh is the rectus femoris injection site located?
What is an important step to take after preparing the injection and removing the needle?
What is an important step to take after preparing the injection and removing the needle?
What is the primary purpose of cleaning the injection site with an alcohol swab?
What is the primary purpose of cleaning the injection site with an alcohol swab?
What should be done to ensure the correct patient receives the drug?
What should be done to ensure the correct patient receives the drug?
Why is it important to wait for 10 seconds before withdrawing the needle after the injection?
Why is it important to wait for 10 seconds before withdrawing the needle after the injection?
What angle should the needle be inserted into the skin during the injection?
What angle should the needle be inserted into the skin during the injection?
What is the purpose of pinching the skin into a fold before injection?
What is the purpose of pinching the skin into a fold before injection?
What should be done with sharps and non-sharps waste after the procedure?
What should be done with sharps and non-sharps waste after the procedure?
What is a potential consequence of rubbing or massaging the injection site after withdrawing the needle?
What is a potential consequence of rubbing or massaging the injection site after withdrawing the needle?
What should be recorded after administering the injection?
What should be recorded after administering the injection?
Flashcards
Oral Temperature
Oral Temperature
The temperature taken by placing a thermometer under the tongue.
Rectal Temperature
Rectal Temperature
The temperature taken by inserting a thermometer into the rectum.
Axillary Temperature
Axillary Temperature
The temperature taken by placing a thermometer in the armpit.
Fever
Fever
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Hypothermia
Hypothermia
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Pulse Rate
Pulse Rate
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Tachycardia
Tachycardia
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Bradycardia
Bradycardia
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Respiration Rate
Respiration Rate
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Tachypnea
Tachypnea
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Bradypnea
Bradypnea
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Dyspnea
Dyspnea
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Apnea
Apnea
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Ventrogluteal Site
Ventrogluteal Site
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Vastus Lateralis Site
Vastus Lateralis Site
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Deltoid Site
Deltoid Site
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Rectus Femoris Site
Rectus Femoris Site
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Outer aspect of upper arm
Outer aspect of upper arm
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Posterior chest wall below the scapula
Posterior chest wall below the scapula
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Anterior abdominal wall from bellow the breast to the iliac crest
Anterior abdominal wall from bellow the breast to the iliac crest
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The anterior and lateral aspect of the thigh
The anterior and lateral aspect of the thigh
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Insulin
Insulin
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Heparin
Heparin
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Study Notes
Temperature Measurement
- Oral temperature is taken by placing a thermometer under the tongue.
- Rectal temperature is taken by inserting a thermometer into the rectum.
- Axillary temperature is taken by placing a thermometer in the armpit.
- The normal oral temperature ranges from 97.8°F to 99.1°F (36.5°C to 37.3°C).
- The normal rectal temperature is slightly higher than the oral temperature, ranging from 98.6°F to 100.4°F (37°C to 38°C).
- The normal axillary temperature is slightly lower than the oral temperature, ranging from 96.6°F to 98.3°F (35.9°C to 36.8°C).
- Fever is a body temperature above 100.4°F (38°C).
- Hypothermia is a body temperature below 95°F (35°C).
Pulse Rate
- The pulse rate is the number of times the heart beats per minute.
- The normal pulse rate for adults ranges from 60 to 100 beats per minute.
- A pulse rate above 100 beats per minute is called tachycardia.
- A pulse rate below 60 beats per minute is called bradycardia.
- Irregularities in pulse rate can be detected more accurately by counting the pulse for a full minute.
- Rhythm of pulse can be described as regular or irregular.
- Volume of pulse can be described as weak, strong, or bounding.
Respiration Rate
- The respiration rate is the number of breaths a person takes each minute.
- The normal respiration rate for adults ranges from 12 to 20 breaths per minute.
- An abnormally increased respiration rate above 20 breaths per minute is called tachypnea.
- An abnormally decreased respiration rate below 12 breaths per minute is called bradycardia.
- Dyspnea refers to difficulty breathing.
- Apnea refers to the absence of breathing.
Intramuscular Injections
- Ventrogluteal site is preferred for intramuscular injections.
- Vastus Lateralis site is another option for intramuscular injections.
- Deltoid site can be used with caution, ensuring to avoid nerve and blood vessels.
- Rectus femoris site is another option.
Subcutaneous Injections
- Outer aspect of upper arm is a common site.
- Posterior chest wall below the scapula is another option.
- Anterior abdominal wall from bellow the breast to the iliac crest is another site.
- The anterior and lateral aspect of the thigh is also acceptable.
- Insulin and heparin are commonly administered subcutaneously.
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