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1
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how many liters of blood are circulating in an average adult

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4.73

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2
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define leukocyte WBC

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cells of immune system that are involved in protecting the body

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3
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intradermal injection

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15 degrees into the skin

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4
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intramuscular injection

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90 degrees into the skin

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5
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ave EKG rate of speed

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25 mm / sec

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6
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influenza, measles, tuberculosis is transmitted through which method

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airborne

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7
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occult blood

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can only be seen through chemicals in fecal blood test
can NOT be seen by naked eye

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8
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define tort

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civil wrong committed against person or property

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9
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define influenza

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common viral infection that can be deadly with symptoms of body aches, sore throat, coughing, fever, runny nose, and feeling tired

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10
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diabetes mellitis complication

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retinopathy = disease of retina that results in loss or impaired vision

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11
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define graves disease

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autoimmune disease affecting thyroid gland - results in overactive thyroid, smoking can increase the risk of disease and may worsen eye problems

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12
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define crohns disease

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inflammatory bowel disease, has underlying genetic cause, leads to abdominal pain, severe diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss and malnutrition

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13
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ear medication or drops should be …

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near body temp, by holding container in the palm of your hand for a few minutes

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14
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define intermittent fever vs continuous fever

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intermittent - feverish periods lasting a few hours alternating w/ periods in which the temperature is normal

continuous aka remittent- fever that fluctuates less than 3 degrees, does NOT return to normal

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15
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SOAP notes

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format for communicating important pt info in chart in an organized manner,
SOAP = subjective, objective, assessment, plan

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16
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define EHR

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health record of patient that can be accessed across multiple providers

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17
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define cirrhosis

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liver disease, hepatitis + alc abuse freq causes of liver damage

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18
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where to place tape measure on infant when measuring head circumference

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1 -2 finger widths above the eyebrows

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19
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process of performing a venipuncture

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clean skin in circular motion from inside to outside, place tourniquet 3 - 4 inches above venipuncture site,

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20
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distance visual examination procedure

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pt should be standing 20 ft away

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21
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holter monitor

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should be worn for 24 hrs, a small, wearable electrocardiogram (ECG) device that keeps track of the heart rhythm during everyday activities

advise pt not to bathe or shower while wearing device

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22
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ICD-10

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internal classification of diseases - 7 characters long

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23
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administering injection site relative to acromion process

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3 fingers away from acromion process

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24
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how often should medical facility update exposure to control plan

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yearly

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25
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order of draw when performing venipuncture + purpose

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yellow, light blue, plain red, plastic red, gold; red ; or gray

prevents cross-contamination of additives between blood collection tubes

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26
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collecting urine from infant

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use special plastic bag with sticky strip, checked often

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27
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if pt has hematoma on both antecubital areas, where to look for vein next

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hands

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28
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apical pulse

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placing stethoscope over apex of heart

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29
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if wound culture s taken, what must MA document in pt’s file

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any recent use of antibiotics

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30
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flushing and irrigating eyes for xxx minutes when in contact with body fluids or chemicals

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15 minutes

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31
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if QRS complexes are too tall on EKG, adjust —

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adjust sensitivity; change gain control to half-standard

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32
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chain of infection

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infectious agent –> reservoir –> portal of exit–> mode of transmission –> portal of entry –> susceptible host

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33
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define subjective info

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info pt tells MA or provider

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34
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define ringworm

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common skin infection caused by fungus

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35
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define sterilization

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process of making smthn free from bacteria or living microorganisms

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36
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define mastectomy

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removal of all or part of breast

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37
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define otoscope

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device used to look into the ear

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38
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purpose of pshygmomanometer

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used to measure bp

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39
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define sims position

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lying on left side w/ left leg slightly flexed, right leg flexed at 90 degree angle

best angle for rectal exams + administration of enemas

40
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HMO insurance

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health maintenance organization - requires referral

41
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transdermal medicine patch

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instruct pt to write date and time each time patch is applied

42
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ABG exam

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arterial blood gas - diagnostic exam on how much o2 vs co2 is in blood + pH level, can NOT be performed by MA

43
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HIPAA purpose

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reduce administrative burdens + cost of healthcare, standardizes electronic transmission of administrative + financial transaction and protects pt’s personal medical info and confidentiality

provide continuous health ins coverage for workers who lose or change their job

44
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define dysuria

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painful/ difficult urination

45
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parathyroid hormone

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associated with regulation of calcium in body, important for bone growth, secreted by parathyroid gland

46
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influenza symptoms

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body aches, cough and fever

47
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pyelonephritis

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kidney infection; symptoms include lower back pain or bilateral side pain

48
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fast before which kind of tests

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cholesterol, lipid, triglyceride

49
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when are they considered a new pt/ how long is a current pt active for

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3 yrs

50
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cirrhosis

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causes include; alc, hepatitis B and C, fatty liver disease

51
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define CC

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primary symptom pt states as reason for seeking medical care

52
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which products contain iodine as trace element

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shellfish, eggs, milk

53
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define EOB

A

explanation of benefits; a document that arrives in the mail or to your secure online account that shows how you split your care costs with your health plan. It details how much money you may have to pay out of pocket for the services you receive

54
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CABG

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coronary artery bypass graft - surgery to help improve blood flow to heart

55
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define tachycardia

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heart rate faster than 100 bpm, fast heart rate faster

56
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axillary temp vs oral temp

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axillary temp is 1 degree lower than oral

57
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define remittent fever

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temp which remains above normal throughout the day and fluctuates more than 3 degrees

58
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define ischemia

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restriction of oxygen-rich blood to a portion of body

59
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trendelenburg’s postion

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anatomical position effective in raising a pt’s bp - typically strapped supine to a table where feet are higher than head, head is lower than heart

60
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capillary puncture

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only use middle and ring finger

61
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FSH role in menopause

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symptoms such as night sweats and hot flashes, can order FSH blood test to determine if pt is entering menopause

62
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define petechiae

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a consequence when tourniquet is applied too tightly;
small red or purple spot caused by bleeding into the skin

63
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NSAID

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non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug; classification of drug that reduces pain and inflammation

64
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define sanitization

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cleaning process that reduces the number of microbes

65
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color of lab tubes and their function; lavender

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purple tube for a CBC (complete blood count) test

66
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define urgent referral

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24 hrs to receive approval, for a non-life threatening condition

67
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goniometer purpose

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measures pt’s range ofmotion

68
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urinalysis diagnoses

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can find UTI, kidney disease, diabetes

69
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antipyretics purpose

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classification of medicine used to lower pt’s body temperature

70
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betadine

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common antiseptic soln used to prep surgical site

71
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anaphylactic shock

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skin rash, nausea, vomiting, difficulty breathing, fainting, feeling light headed, low bp, dizziness or flushing

72
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NRQ medication

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naoreqing oral liquid med; treats post-craniotomic fever and is anti-febrile medication ( A craniotomy is the surgical removal of part of the bone from the skull to expose the brain, anti-febrile = works against fevers )

73
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EKG’s PR interval

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0.12 - .20 seconds aka 3-5 small boxes is considered normal

74
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define syncope

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dizzy, sweaty, flushed - fainting - can happen during venipuncture

75
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ESR order

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erythrocyte sedimentation rate - an order placed if provider is looking for inflammation in pt

76
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normal bp by AHA

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110/70

77
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normal oral temperature

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98.6 degrees F

78
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normal bp

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60-100 bpm, athletic can put them below 60

79
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normal respiration rate

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12-20 per min

80
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SA node

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aka sinoatrial node, considered the human pacemaker, located right atrium of heart

81
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define thrush

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medical condition in which a yeast-shaped fungus called Candida albicans (the older and less often used name for Candida is Monilia) overgrows in the mouth and throat
caused by candida albicans

82
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define asepsis

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complete absence of bacteria, viruses, other microorganisms

83
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define SLE

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systemic lupus erythematosus; autoimmune disease where body’s immune system attacks its own organs and tissue

84
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SPS

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sodium polyanethol sulfonate - additive in yellow-top laboratory tube

85
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define wound dehiscence

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surgical complication; wound ruptures along surgical incision, a risk when removing sutures

86
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bp readings

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systolic / diastolic

87
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supine position

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lying flat on back with arms down to side

88
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fowlers position

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good for pts who have difficulty breathing, sit on 45 degree angle

89
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syphilis

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caused by treponema pallidum

90
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angle for subcutaneous injection

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45 degree

91
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angle for phlebotomy

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30 or less

92
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angle for venipuncture using winged infusion set

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15-20

93
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heparin

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anticoagulant/addictive in green-top tube

94
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sodium flouride

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antiglycolytic agent in gray top tube that preserves glucose for up to 72 hours

95
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(ccma nha supplemental study aid, #259, pg 9/14)

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ccma cert (4 decks)

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