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Mod 3: Gen Pt Care 1 (56%) Flashcards

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dermal punch biopsies, dermal cutter, scalpel, gauze, Incision and drainage tray, and specimen collection swabs & containers are most likely used in

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dermatology

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3 channel EKG, electrodes, EKG paper, and a holter monitor are most commonly used in

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cardiology

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glucometers, alcohol pads, adhesive strips, test strips, and lancets are most likely found in

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endocrinology

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otoscope, ophthalmoscope, percussion hammer, penlight, tuning fork, safety pin, small vials containing hot & cold liquids, vials w/different scents & tasting liquids, and cotton balls are most likely found in

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neurology

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vaginal speculums & retractors, cytology kits, stitch removal sets, dressing kits, ultrasound, and fetal doppler machine are most likely found in

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OB/GYN

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a peak flow meter spirometry machine, and disposable mouthpieces and nose clips are most likely found in

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pulmonology

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this position relieves strain on lower back and relaxes the abdominal muscles. it is used to inspect the head/neck/chest/vagina/rectal/perineal areas and for digital vagina and rectal exams

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dorsal recumbent

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this position is used for exams of the head/neck/upper body, for those with breathing difficulties, or eating

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Fowler’s

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this position is used for postsurgical exams, breathing difficulties, lower back injuries

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semi-fowler’s

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aka: left lateral

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lateral semi-prone recumbent or sims

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this position is used for rectal exams/temperatures, enemas, perineal & pelvic exams

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left lateral

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this position is used for proctologic exams, sigmoidoscopy procedures, and rectal & vaginal exams

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knee-chest

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aka: nonparenteral

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enteral

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define parenteral

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non-oral; does not go through GI

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what is the difference between transdermal and topical meds

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transdermals are generally administered via patch for slow release and topical usually comes in creams/ointments/emulsions for faster release

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list the times the medication should be checked with the order

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  1. when collecting meds
  2. when preparing meds
  3. when putting meds back
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list the original rights of medication administration

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pt, medication, form, dose, route, time, and technique

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what are the 2 additional rights of medication administration

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education and documentation

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proper documentation of medication administration should include these elements

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date, time, quantity, medication, strength, lot number, manufacturer, expiration date, consent obtained and pt outcome

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aka eye instillation

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ocular/ophthalmic administration

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describe how to provide an eye instillation

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  • use nondominant hand to gently pull down lower lid with thumb or 2 fingers
  • gently rest dominant hand on pt forehead while administering
  • release the lid and ask pt to close eyes and blot away any meds w/tissue
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how should an eye drop be dispensed

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about 1/2 inch above sac

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how should eye cream/ointment be administered

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even thick ribbon along inside edge of lower lid on conjunctiva moving from medial to lateral

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describe how to perform an ear instillation

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  • pt lies on side w/affected ear up
  • hold applicator 1/2 inch above ear canal and administer
  • have pt remain in position at least 5 min
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t/f: anaphylaxis may occur hours after exposure to allergen

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true

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when performing an ear instillation for a child, how should you adjust the auricle of the ear?

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pull auricle outward and down

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after administrating epinephrine to a person experiencing anaphylaxis, what should be done

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massage injection site and call 911

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what should be asked and documented regarding medication allergies

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  • name of suspected meds (rx & otc)
  • timeframe of reaction from initiation
  • strength & formulation
  • description of reaction
  • indication for meds being taken
  • number of doses taken/days before reaction
  • route of administration
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how long should a pt wait after receiving a medication to observe any adverse reactions

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20-30 min

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how long should the epipen stay in the thigh upon injection

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at least 10 seconds

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all instruments and equipment that penetrate skin/enter body/come in contact with other normally sterile bodies of body need to undergo

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sterilization

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what are the 3 categories of reusable medical devices

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  • critical
  • semi critical
  • non critical
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define critical devices

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reusable medical devices that come in contact w/blood or normally sterile tissue

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define semi-critical devices

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reusable medical devices that come in contact w/mucus membranes

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define non-critical devices

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reusable medical devices that come in contact w/unbroken skin

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t/f: needles have an expiration date that need to checked

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how many mL is 1 cc

38
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the higher the gauge the

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smaller the lumen

39
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what common medications are injected via subQ

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insulin, heparin, immunizations, allergy medications

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subQ injections are generally less than

41
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list subQ injection sites

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  • upper outer arm
  • abdomen
  • upper thigh
  • scapula
  • lower back/upper buttocks
42
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describe the process of injecting subQ

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pinch at least 1 in of skin and inject below it at a 45 degree angle

43
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list ID injection sites

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mid forearm, upper chest under clavicles, scapulas

44
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what is the max amount of medication injection in an ID

45
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common medications injected via IM are

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  • antibiotics
  • hormones
  • vaccines
46
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common IM sites are

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  • deltoid
  • ventrogluteal
  • dorsogluteal
  • vastus lateralis
47
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the deltoid can only hold

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1 mL medication

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deltoid IMs should be avoided for pts younger than

49
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what is the preferred injection site for oily and irritating solutions

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ventrogluteal

50
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the ventrogluteal IM site can hold

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up to 3 mL medication

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what needle gauges should be used for subQ

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what needle length should be used for subQ

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what needle gauge should be used for ID injections

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what needle length should be used for ID injections

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3/4 to 1/2 in

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what needle gauge should be used for IM injections

56
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what needle length should be used for IM injections

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1-1 1/2 in

57
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this medication is generally supplied in 30-, 50-. or 100- unit measurements

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from most to least, what sites absorb insulin the fastest

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abdomen, arms, thighs, and buttocks

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providers should be notified immediately if pts experience any of these after receiving an injection

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  • severe pain at site
  • tingling/numbness
  • redness/swelling/warmth at site
  • prolonged bleeding
  • signs of allergic reaction
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should air be injected into a vial before drawing medication

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t/f: inject air, invert vial, withdraw meds

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what is the purpose of a filter needle

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prevent withdrawal of lass or rubber particulate especially from ampule

63
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when drawing from an ampule, what should be prevented

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prevent shaft and tip of needle from touching rim of ampule

64
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these syringes generally vary from 0.5-60 mL

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hypodermic

65
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these syringes generally vary from 0.5-1 mL

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tuberculin

66
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100 units from an insulin syringe is equal to

67
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t/f: insulin syringes do not have detachable needles

68
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define controlled substance

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any medication that has the potential for abuse or addiction

69
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refrigerated medication should be stored at

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between 2-8 C (35-46 F)

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frozen medications should be stored at

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-50 to -15 C (-58-5 F)

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how may medications be stored

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alphabetically or by classification

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define MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION RECORD

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report serving as legal record of medications administered to pt

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the MAR should include

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  • medication name
  • dose
  • date and time
  • route administered
  • special instructions
  • any reaction to medication
  • name of prescribing provider
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define TRANSCRIBING

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taking info from order and transferring it to the MAR

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medications stored at room temp should be kept at

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20-25 C (68-77 F)

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in addition to the elements required on all prescriptions, electronically generated ones must have

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  • DEA # of prescribing provider if it is a controlled substance
  • phone number of provider
  • time and date of transmission
  • name of pharmacy sent to
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define SPECIALTY PHARMACIES

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pharmacies that provide medications not commonly found in community/retail pharmacies for more complex, chronic, and rare health conditions

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list all the subsections of a pt medical record

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  • demographic
  • health history
  • physical exam
  • allergies
  • medication record
  • problem list
  • administrative data
  • correspondence
  • schedule/financial/billing info
  • progress notes
  • lab data
  • diagnostic procedures
  • continuity of care
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what is the difference between EMR and EHR

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  • EMR is an electronic pt medical history
  • EHR has the EMR and can be incorporated across more than 1 health care organization
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define INCIDENCE

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define PREVALENCE

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existing cases

82
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define COMPUTERIZED PROVIDER ORDER ENTRY (CPOE) system

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electronic process allowing provider to enter medical orders electronically into system

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what is the benefit of a clinical decision support system (CDSS)

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enhance decisions with targeted clinical knowledge & pt information such as checking for medication interactions/allergies/errors

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t/f: a CPOE can correct misplaced decimals

85
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what is the difference between telemedicine and telehealth

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  • telemedicine includes online health care provider & remote service visits
  • telehealth is more expansive and includes non-pt, non-clinical services, and education

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