| Infection Control | Vital Signs | EKG | Phlebotomy and Blood Collection | Abbreviations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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free of pathogens
The term Asepsis means?
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bradycardia
An abnormally slow pulse rate that is below 60 is
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right leg(RL)
In an ECG, the electrode used in grounding is
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red
Tube with which color top contain heparin and are used for testing whole blood and plasma?
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basal metabolism rate
BMR
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a reservoir host
An organism that is infected with a pathogen and is a source of infection to others is?
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60-100
Normal pulse rate for an adult is
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Fourth intercostal space, right of sternal margin
When taking an ECG, the position of the first chest lead V1 is
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vacuum container
The most common method of venipuncture is
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alcohol
Etoh
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moisture
All bacteria require which of the following to grow best?
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12-20
The normal rate of respiration per minute for adults is
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right atrium
The sinoatrial node is located in the
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median cubital vein
The most commonly used site for a venipuncture is the
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Shortness of breath
sob
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20-30 seconds
How long is it necessary to wash hands before assisting a new patient?
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the first distinct sound
Which of the Korotkoff sounds represents the systolic pressure?
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heart attack
A myocardial infarction is
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yellow
Which blood tube should always be drawn first, when ordered?
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nothing by mouth
NPO
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gloves
Which PPE and/or protective barrier items would be removed first?
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radial
If pulse is taken at the wrist, the artery used is the
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Holter Monitor
a device used to obtain continual heart monitoring over a 24-to-48 hour period is an
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20-21 gauge
What size needle is typically used in venipuncture for adults?
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as needed
prn
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