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What are the three basic needs that most patients have in common?
What are the three basic needs that most patients have in common?
- Medication, comfort, hygiene
- Pillow, potty, positioning (correct)
- Rest, mobility, social interaction
- Pain management, nutrition, hydration
Which measure is NOT part of the fall prevention strategies?
Which measure is NOT part of the fall prevention strategies?
- Rails up
- Bedlow in position
- Hand hygiene (correct)
- Bedlock
Why is hand hygiene considered the most effective method in healthcare?
Why is hand hygiene considered the most effective method in healthcare?
- It prevents the spread of germs and infections. (correct)
- It reduces the need for personal protective equipment.
- It saves time during patient care.
- It eliminates all possible infections.
Where is the apical pulse located?
Where is the apical pulse located?
What is the primary purpose of wearing gloves in patient care?
What is the primary purpose of wearing gloves in patient care?
Which of the following pulses is felt at the back of the knee?
Which of the following pulses is felt at the back of the knee?
What is the correct order of the fire emergency priorities?
What is the correct order of the fire emergency priorities?
Which of the following is NOT a step in properly operating a fire extinguisher?
Which of the following is NOT a step in properly operating a fire extinguisher?
What term refers to the major artery in the foot that supplies blood to the foot's muscles, bones, joints, and skin?
What term refers to the major artery in the foot that supplies blood to the foot's muscles, bones, joints, and skin?
Which pulse is located in the groin area and assesses blood flow in the leg?
Which pulse is located in the groin area and assesses blood flow in the leg?
What does the 'R' in the fire emergency priorities stand for?
What does the 'R' in the fire emergency priorities stand for?
Which of these is a common measure for preventing falls in a healthcare setting?
Which of these is a common measure for preventing falls in a healthcare setting?
What are the basic needs referred to as the '3 P's' in patient care?
What are the basic needs referred to as the '3 P's' in patient care?
Which identification method is NOT considered a standard patient identifier?
Which identification method is NOT considered a standard patient identifier?
Why is having handrails in bathrooms and hallways important in healthcare?
Why is having handrails in bathrooms and hallways important in healthcare?
Which is a proper step when operating a fire extinguisher?
Which is a proper step when operating a fire extinguisher?
What is the purpose of bed locks in fall prevention?
What is the purpose of bed locks in fall prevention?
Which of the following is a vital reason for maintaining a clean and dry floor in healthcare settings?
Which of the following is a vital reason for maintaining a clean and dry floor in healthcare settings?
The temporal pulse is primarily used to assess which demographic?
The temporal pulse is primarily used to assess which demographic?
What does the procedure of 'sweeping' involve when operating a fire extinguisher?
What does the procedure of 'sweeping' involve when operating a fire extinguisher?
Which measure can ensure the safety of patients regarding handrails?
Which measure can ensure the safety of patients regarding handrails?
Which patient identifier is typically used to avoid errors in patient care?
Which patient identifier is typically used to avoid errors in patient care?
What is the primary function of the posterior tibialis muscle?
What is the primary function of the posterior tibialis muscle?
What does 'rails up' refer to in the context of fall prevention?
What does 'rails up' refer to in the context of fall prevention?
What should be done first in an emergency fire situation?
What should be done first in an emergency fire situation?
Which of the following is NOT a fall prevention measure?
Which of the following is NOT a fall prevention measure?
Why are handrails important in healthcare settings?
Why are handrails important in healthcare settings?
Which pulse is primarily assessed when checking blood flow in the leg?
Which pulse is primarily assessed when checking blood flow in the leg?
What is one of the reasons for wearing gloves in patient care?
What is one of the reasons for wearing gloves in patient care?
What does the term 'posterior tibialis' refer to?
What does the term 'posterior tibialis' refer to?
What is the correct sequence of steps for using a fire extinguisher?
What is the correct sequence of steps for using a fire extinguisher?
What two identifiers are primarily used for patient identification?
What two identifiers are primarily used for patient identification?
Flashcards
What are the 3 P's of rounding?
What are the 3 P's of rounding?
The three basic needs that most patients have in common: 1. Pillow: Making sure the patient's bed is properly positioned for comfort. 2. Potty: Assisting the patient with toileting needs. 3. Positioning: Ensuring their positioning in bed supports proper blood flow and comfort.
What are the Essential Fall Prevention measures?
What are the Essential Fall Prevention measures?
A safe measure to prevent falls by keeping the bed in a lowered position, locking the bed's wheels, ensuring side rails are up, and making sure the call light is within easy reach.
Why is Hand Hygiene important?
Why is Hand Hygiene important?
The most effective way to prevent the spread of germs and infections between patients and healthcare workers.
What are two Patient Identifiers?
What are two Patient Identifiers?
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Why would you wear gloves?
Why would you wear gloves?
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What is the femoral pulse?
What is the femoral pulse?
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What are the priorities in a fire emergency?
What are the priorities in a fire emergency?
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How to use a fire extinguisher?
How to use a fire extinguisher?
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What is the '3 P's' of rounding?
What is the '3 P's' of rounding?
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What are the four Fall Prevention measures?
What are the four Fall Prevention measures?
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What is a patient identifier?
What is a patient identifier?
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Why is hand hygiene important in healthcare?
Why is hand hygiene important in healthcare?
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Where is the radial pulse located?
Where is the radial pulse located?
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Where is the apical pulse located?
Where is the apical pulse located?
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Where is the femoral pulse located?
Where is the femoral pulse located?
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Where is the popliteal pulse located?
Where is the popliteal pulse located?
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What are key fall-prevention measures?
What are key fall-prevention measures?
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Why wear gloves when caring for patients?
Why wear gloves when caring for patients?
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What are the fire safety priorities?
What are the fire safety priorities?
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Fall Prevention Measures
Fall Prevention Measures
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Patient Identifiers
Patient Identifiers
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Temporal Pulse
Temporal Pulse
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Apical Pulse
Apical Pulse
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Radial Pulse
Radial Pulse
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Femoral Pulse
Femoral Pulse
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Popliteal Pulse
Popliteal Pulse
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Dorsal Pedal Pulse
Dorsal Pedal Pulse
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Study Notes
Three P's of Rounding
- Pillow, Potty, Positioning
- Basic needs common to most patients
Fall Prevention Measures
- Bedlock
- Lowered bed position
- Rails up
- Call light
- Clean, dry floors
- Handrails in bathrooms & hallways
- Lockable wheels on hospital beds & wheelchairs
Patient Identifiers
- Individual name
- Date of birth
Hand Hygiene Importance
- Prevents the spread of germs and infections between patients and healthcare workers
Glove Use in Patient Care
- Protects healthcare workers from contamination by bodily fluids (e.g., blood)
- Prevents transmission of germs from hands to the patient
Temporal Pulse
- Checked on both sides of the temple/head
- Used to assess elderly patients
Carotid Pulse
- Checked on either side of the neck
- Used for emergency assessments
Brachial Pulse
- Located on the inner side of the upper arm, near the elbow and bicep tendon
Radial Pulse
- Found on the inside of the wrist, near the base of the thumb
Apical Pulse
- Located on the left side of the chest, near the heart's apex, about five rib spaces below the collarbone.
Femoral Pulse
- Located in the groin area
- Measures blood flow in the leg
Popliteal Pulse
- Found in the back of the knee
- The popliteal artery supplies blood to the lower leg and knees
Dorsal Pedal Pulse
- A major artery in the foot
- Supplies blood to the foot's muscles, bones, and skin
Posterior Tibialis Muscle
- Helps stabilize the foot and ankle
- Important for walking, running, and preventing flat feet
Fire Priorities
- Rescue—save lives
- Alarm—notify authorities
- Confine—contain the fire
- Evacuate—remove people from danger
Fire Extinguisher Procedures
- Pull the pin
- Aim at the fire
- Squeeze the handle
- Sweep the nozzle
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Test your knowledge on essential nursing care practices. This quiz covers various topics including patient assessments, fall prevention, hygiene, and pulse checks. Perfect for nursing students and healthcare professionals looking to refresh their skills.
