Core nursing fundamentals: vital sign parameters, aseptic technique, positioning, and basic patient safety concepts.
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- What is the normal oral temperature range for adults in Fahrenheit?
- 98.6°F (97°F - 99°F is normal range)
- What is the normal pulse rate range for adults at rest?
- 60-100 beats per minute
- What is the normal respiratory rate for adults?
- 12-20 breaths per minute
- What is normal blood pressure for adults?
- Less than 120/80 mmHg
- At what temperature is an adult considered to have a fever?
- Oral temperature 38°C (100.4°F) or higher
- Define hypothermia in terms of core body temperature.
- Core body temperature below 35°C (95°F)
- What is tachycardia?
- Heart rate over 100 beats per minute in adults at rest
- What is bradycardia?
- Heart rate below 60 beats per minute in adults at rest
- What is tachypnea?
- Respiratory rate above 20 breaths per minute
- What is bradypnea?
- Respiratory rate below 12 breaths per minute
- Define orthostatic hypotension.
- A drop of 20 mmHg in systolic or 10 mmHg in diastolic BP when changing positions
- What are the five key moments for hand hygiene in healthcare?
- Before patient contact, before aseptic procedure, after body fluid exposure, after patient contact, and after touching patient surroundings
- When hands are visibly soiled, which hand hygiene method is required?
- Soap and water handwashing for at least 40-60 seconds
- When hands are not visibly soiled, which hand hygiene product is acceptable?
- Alcohol-based hand rub (hand sanitizer)
- What is the minimum duration for effective hand washing?
- 40-60 seconds