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What is the main characteristic feature of regular stridor?
What is the main characteristic feature of regular stridor?
What causes coarse crackles in the lungs?
What causes coarse crackles in the lungs?
Which type of crackles is characterized by a low-pitched, wet bubbling sound?
Which type of crackles is characterized by a low-pitched, wet bubbling sound?
How is a pleural friction rub described?
How is a pleural friction rub described?
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Which is NOT a step in assessing respiration?
Which is NOT a step in assessing respiration?
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What should be done immediately after reviewing the medical record in respiratory assessment?
What should be done immediately after reviewing the medical record in respiratory assessment?
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What type of respiratory sound is mainly auscultated in inspiration and characterized by high pitch?
What type of respiratory sound is mainly auscultated in inspiration and characterized by high pitch?
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When should gloves be donned during the steps of assessing respiration?
When should gloves be donned during the steps of assessing respiration?
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What happens to a sterile object when it touches a contaminated surface?
What happens to a sterile object when it touches a contaminated surface?
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In which scenario is a sterile object considered unsterile?
In which scenario is a sterile object considered unsterile?
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Which method of gloving is typically used in surgical procedures?
Which method of gloving is typically used in surgical procedures?
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What does prolonged exposure of a sterile field to air cause?
What does prolonged exposure of a sterile field to air cause?
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What is considered contaminated during a sterile procedure?
What is considered contaminated during a sterile procedure?
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What is the correct way to infuse 80ml of IV fluid over 4 hours with a drop factor of 60?
What is the correct way to infuse 80ml of IV fluid over 4 hours with a drop factor of 60?
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Which action could lead to contamination of a sterile object?
Which action could lead to contamination of a sterile object?
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What is the primary purpose of wearing gloves in a sterile procedure?
What is the primary purpose of wearing gloves in a sterile procedure?
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What is the total daily dose of Dilantin (phenytoin) in mg for a patient weighing 10 kg?
What is the total daily dose of Dilantin (phenytoin) in mg for a patient weighing 10 kg?
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How many mL should a nurse administer for a dose of ceftriaxone for a 5-year-old weighing 18 kg?
How many mL should a nurse administer for a dose of ceftriaxone for a 5-year-old weighing 18 kg?
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What is the correct conversion from mg to mL for a dose of 200 mg using a concentration of 400 mg/mL?
What is the correct conversion from mg to mL for a dose of 200 mg using a concentration of 400 mg/mL?
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If 0.5 mg of atropine SO4 is available in a 1cc ampule, how much mL corresponds to an ordered dose of gr. 1/150?
If 0.5 mg of atropine SO4 is available in a 1cc ampule, how much mL corresponds to an ordered dose of gr. 1/150?
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For a child with a surface area of 1.7 m², what is the calculated normal adult dose if the child's dose is supposed to be 300 mg?
For a child with a surface area of 1.7 m², what is the calculated normal adult dose if the child's dose is supposed to be 300 mg?
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What is the dosage in mg/day if a physician orders 100 mg/kg/day for a 18 kg child?
What is the dosage in mg/day if a physician orders 100 mg/kg/day for a 18 kg child?
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If a medication is available in 125 mg/5 mL and the dose is 100 mg, how many mL should be administered?
If a medication is available in 125 mg/5 mL and the dose is 100 mg, how many mL should be administered?
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How much is 1800 mg/day divided by the frequency of once daily?
How much is 1800 mg/day divided by the frequency of once daily?
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What is the first step in preparing to take a patient's temperature using the thermometer?
What is the first step in preparing to take a patient's temperature using the thermometer?
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When placing the thermometer probe in the armpit, it should be directed towards which part of the patient?
When placing the thermometer probe in the armpit, it should be directed towards which part of the patient?
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What should be done with the thermometer after taking the temperature?
What should be done with the thermometer after taking the temperature?
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What is an important step to ensure the accuracy of the temperature reading?
What is an important step to ensure the accuracy of the temperature reading?
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Which of the following steps should be performed last during the temperature taking process?
Which of the following steps should be performed last during the temperature taking process?
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How does age affect pulse rate according to the content?
How does age affect pulse rate according to the content?
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What should be done immediately after cleaning the thermometer?
What should be done immediately after cleaning the thermometer?
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What factor is mentioned as affecting the average male's pulse rate after puberty?
What factor is mentioned as affecting the average male's pulse rate after puberty?
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Where is the angle of Louis palpated?
Where is the angle of Louis palpated?
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What should be performed before auscultating heartbeats?
What should be performed before auscultating heartbeats?
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What is the correct method for counting heartbeats when the rhythm is irregular?
What is the correct method for counting heartbeats when the rhythm is irregular?
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What is the normal positioning of the apical impulse?
What is the normal positioning of the apical impulse?
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What does the phonetic representation 'lubb-dubb' refer to?
What does the phonetic representation 'lubb-dubb' refer to?
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What factor has the greatest influence on vascular resistance?
What factor has the greatest influence on vascular resistance?
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What should be done after assessing the patient's heart rhythm and strength?
What should be done after assessing the patient's heart rhythm and strength?
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What is the measurement used to describe blood flow through the circulatory system?
What is the measurement used to describe blood flow through the circulatory system?
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Study Notes
Sterile Technique
- Sterile objects remain sterile only when touched by another sterile object.
- Sterile touching clean becomes contaminated.
- Sterile touching contaminated becomes contaminated.
- Sterile objects or products in packets are considered unsterile if the packaging is broken.
- Only sterile objects may be placed on a sterile field.
- A sterile object or field out of the range of vision or held below a person's waist is contaminated.
- A sterile object or field becomes contaminated by prolonged exposure to air.
- A sterile surface coming into contact with a wet, contaminated surface becomes contaminated by capillary action.
- Fluid flows in the direction of gravity.
- The edges of a sterile field or container are considered contaminated.
Applying Sterile Gloves
- Used to help prevent transmission of pathogens by direct and indirect contact.
- Requires meticulous action and careful application to keep the gloves sterile.
Gloving Methods
Open Gloving
- Commonly used in general ward activities.
- Examples include: application of catheters, IV cannulas, insertion of catheters, cleaning wounds, changing bandages.
Closed Gloving
- Typically utilized in operating room areas and surgical procedures.
IV Infusion Calculations
- Nurse's responsibility to ensure IV fluids are infusing at the prescribed rate.
- Calculation of drops per minute is essential for proper IV fluid regulation.
Blood Flow
- Represents the volume of blood moving through vessels, organs, or the entire circulation in a specific time.
- Measured in mL/min.
- Comparable to cardiac output (CO) for the entire circulatory system.
Blood Vessel Diameter
- Exhibits the greatest influence on resistance.
- Frequent changes alter peripheral resistance.
- Viscosity and blood vessel length remain relatively consistent.
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Test your knowledge on sterile technique and the proper methods for applying sterile gloves. This quiz covers the principles behind maintaining sterility and the procedures for gloving. Perfect for healthcare students and professionals looking to refine their skills.
