TEST TOMMOROW!

Respiratory rate

The number of breaths taken per minute.

Tidal volume

The amount of air inhaled or exhaled during a normal breath.

Respiratory minute volume

The total volume of air exchanged per minute.

Brachial artery

The artery typically used for measuring blood pressure.

Tachypnea

Abnormally rapid breathing, more than 20 breaths per minute for adults.

Tachycardia

Rapid heart rate, more than 100 beats per minute for adults.

Bradypnea

Abnormally slow breathing, less than 12 breaths per minute for adults.

Hyperthermia

Elevated body temperature above normal, greater than 100.4°F (38°C).

Bradycardia

Slow heart rate, less than 60 beats per minute for adults.

Hypothermia

Body temperature below 95°F (35°C).

First Aid

Immediate care given to an injured or ill person before medical help arrives.

Dyspnea

Difficulty or labored breathing.

Pyrexia

Fever, body temperature above 100.4°F (38°C).

Net Income

Earnings after deductions like taxes.

Gross Income

Total earnings before deductions.

Resume

A summary of work experience, education, and skills.

Shock due to profuse bleeding - Care steps

Apply pressure, elevate limbs, keep warm, call 911.

Heat and cold packs - Usage

Cold for swelling/injuries; heat for muscle pain/stiffness.

Cover letter - Purpose

Introduces yourself and explains why you're a good fit for a position.

Giving breaths to an unconscious patient

Tilt head, pinch nose, give 1 breath every 5-6 seconds, watch chest rise.

Compression rate

100-120 compressions per minute.

Treating a splinter

Use sterilized tweezers, clean area, apply antiseptic.

Interview etiquette - Dos and Don'ts

Dress well, be prepared, be polite; avoid negativity and lateness.

Accurate temperature measurement

Rectal is most accurate, then oral, ear, forehead, armpit.

Chemical spill - Care steps

Rinse with water for 15+ minutes, remove contaminated clothing.

Dislocation - Care steps

Immobilize, do not realign, seek medical help.

Sprain - Treatment method

Use RICE: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation.

Protruding organs - Care steps

Cover with moist, sterile dressing; do not push in.

CVA - FAST technique

Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech trouble, Time to call 911.

Convulsions - Care steps

Protect from injury, do not restrain, roll onto side post-seizure.