Medical Procedures: Pre and Post Procedure Actions

Eye Examination Tools

• An ophthalmoscope is commonly used in physical examinations to examine the eyes.

Patient Care Assistant Responsibilities

• A common task performed by a patient care assistant is aiding patients with daily activities, such as bathing and dressing.

Charge Nurse Responsibilities

• A key responsibility of a charge nurse during shift reports includes communicating essential patient information and updates to ensure continuity of care.

Medical Imaging Procedure

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the body’s organs and structures.

Patient Preparation for Medical Procedures

• A crucial step in preparing a patient for a medical procedure is obtaining informed consent, ensuring the patient understands the procedure and its risks.

Patient Care Assistant's Role in Complications

• One primary role of a patient care assistant in preventing complications is monitoring vital signs and reporting any changes to the nursing staff.

Prioritization Strategy

• The 4 Q's used in prioritizing work tasks are:
  • Quick: Tasks that can be done immediately.
  • Quality: Tasks that affect the quality of care.
  • Quantity: Tasks affecting workload or staff efficiency.
  • Questions: Tasks requiring clarification or further information.

Typical Medical Procedures

• An example of a procedure that is NOT typically performed in public healthcare facilities may include elective cosmetic procedures.

Workplace Documentation

• Three workplace documents that outline job requirements are:
  • Job descriptions
  • Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Employee handbooks

Patient Assessment Methods

• A method NOT used in patient assessment is utilizing social media to gather patient information.

Shift Differential Purpose

• The purpose of shift differential in the workplace is to provide additional compensation for employees who work less desirable shifts, such as nights or weekends.

Quality Assurance in Healthcare

• The main goal of Quality Assurance in healthcare is to ensure the delivery of high-quality care and patient safety through ongoing evaluation and improvement of processes.