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What is the proper position for a patient who is receive a rectal temperature
measurement? - ANS Sims'
A patient has been diagnosed with COPD. Upon observation, her skin shows signs of
being cyanotic and is cold to the touch. Which of the following vial signs would be
expected to be out of range? - ANS Respirations
Which artery is routinely used in performing a manual blood pressure? - ANS Brachial
What is the appropriate angle when administering a subcutaneous injection? - ANS 45
degrees
What is the substance that is removed when performing ear irrigation? - ANS Cerumen
What is the appropriate part of the eye at which to aim the solution when beginning to
perform an eye irrigation? - ANS Inner canthus
A patient measures 5 feet, 8 inches. What is her height in centimeters? - ANS 173 cm
What would be a normal adult temperature reading? - ANS 37 degrees C
What would the blood pressure reading indicate if the patient is in hypertensive crisis? -
ANS Systole of 190
What would be the correct device to perform a Pulmonary Function Test? - ANS
Spirometer
Acromial process - ANS The outermost point of the spine of the shoulder blade
Anthropometric measurements - ANS Set of techniques for determining an individual's
body fat composition by measuring and recording dimensions of the body such as
height and weight
Aorta - ANS The main trunk of the systemic arteries
, Antecubital fossa - ANS The triangular cavity on the anterior section of the arm
opposite the elbow
Aseptic - ANS Free from pathogenic micro-organisms
Autoclave - ANS An instrument that sterilizes equipment and supplies by high pressure
saturated steam
Axillary - ANS The area on the human body under the joint that connects the arm to the
shoulder
Brachial artery - ANS The major artery of the upper arm
Bradycardia - ANS A slow heart rate
Biohazard bag - ANS A container designed to collect any biological waste or product
that has been contaminated with biological waste
Bronchodilators - ANS A substance that dilates that bronchi in the lungs decreasing
resistance in the respiratory airways
Celsius - ANS A scale for measuring temperature named for Anders Celsius
Cerumen - ANS A yellow waxy substance secreted by the ear canal
Cidex - ANS A disinfectant and sterilization product of alkaline glutaraldehyde
Conjunctiva - ANS A clear mucous membrane that covers the inner surface of the
eyelid and the white part of the eyeball
Cyanotic - ANS Appearance of blue or purple skin
Diastolic/diastole - ANS The period of time when the heart fills with blood after
contraction
Deltoid - ANS The muscle forming the rounded contour of the shoulder, shaped almost
like a letter D
EKG - ANS Electrocardiography, a test that records the electrical activity of the heart
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