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What must be done any time I leave a computer screen?
Secure or log out.
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What is an EKG?
This can only be done with an order in Epic.
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What is a needle stick injury?
Can be caused by multiple factors.
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What is the best position to check someone's blood pressure?
Sitting with back supported and feet flat on the ground.
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What is the absolute worst way to secure a child for injections?
Dangle the child's legs over the edge of the exam table, restrain them with my legs and then administer vaccines.
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What do I need to do after asking a patient their risk screening questions?
Press the CALCULATE button.
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What is shaving off chest hair with a razor?
This is never done prior to an EKG.
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What is a heel stick?
Should only be done on infants and is a last resort method to obtain a specimen
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What is the best way to hold a child for injections or blood drawing?
Held securely by a parent, caregiver or your co-worker.
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What is a heel stick?
Special collection tubes are needed for specimen collection with this process.
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What should I do if a patient requests help enrolling in SNAP?
Send the patient chart to the Benefit Specialist.
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What is incorrect EKG lead placement?
Can create an abnormal cardiac rhythm.
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What is FALSE?
Mom or dad should always help hold their child for an injection or blood draw.
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What is worst time to check someone's blood pressure?
When they are out of breath from running to the clinic so they won't be late for an appointment.
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What are the EKG cables (leads)?
Must be disinfected immediately after use?
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What are the VISIT QUESTIONS that appear in the navigator?
Asking each one is mandatory.
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What are 2 patient identifiers?
This assures we are doing the correct test on the correct person.
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What is the only correct way to activate a BD Eclipse safety device?
Use your thumb to see, feel and hear the needle engage.
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What will artificially increase someone's blood pressure?
Using a cuff that is too small or applying over sleeves/clothing.
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What are all injections (vaccines and medications) that were administered?
This should be documented in the exam room.
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What is to choose not to answer a specific question?
Every patient has this option.
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What are ways to help patients relax before they have an EKG?
Make sure the patient is lying down, with their legs supported and their privacy is protected.
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What is an example and an unavoidable needle stick injury?
A patient jumps at the end of an injection before you have activated the safety device.
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What is hand hygiene?
Done before and after you check someone's blood pressure.
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What is a rectal temp?
Can only be done after switching to the red probe.
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