Health Science 1 Semester 2 Review Flashcards

Flashcards for Health Science 1 Semester 2 Exam Review

Who was Hippocrates?

Father of Medicine

Who were the Ancient Egyptians?

First to maintain accurate health records

Who were the Ancient Romans?

Created sanitation systems

What was the Renaissance?

Rebirth of science and human creativity

Who was Gabriel Fahrenheit?

Created the first mercury thermometer

What was the Bubonic plague?

Killed ¾ of the population in Europe and Asia

What are the characteristics of effective teams?

Clear goals, communication, mutual respect

What is democratic leadership?

Seeks input from team members

What is autocratic leadership?

Makes decisions alone, expects compliance

What is laissez-faire leadership?

Minimal supervision, team independence

What is transformational leadership?

Inspires with vision and innovation

What does 'S' stand for in SOAP charting?

Subjective

What does 'O' stand for in SOAP charting?

Objective

What does 'A' stand for in SOAP charting?

Assessment

What does 'P' stand for in SOAP charting?

Plan

What leadership style includes collaboration and vision?

Transformational

How large are Microorganisms?

Not visible to the naked eye

What do Pathogens do?

Cause disease; some microbes are beneficial

What does PPE stand for?

Personal Protective Equipment

To whom do Standard precautions apply?

Apply to all patients

What are the components of the chain of infection?

pathogen, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, susceptible host

What is asepsis?

No infection present

What do Aerobic organisms require?

Require oxygen

What breaks the chain of infection at the portal of exit?

Hand hygiene

What is informed consent?

Patient agrees after understanding risks/benefits

What is malpractice?

Failure to meet standard of care → causes harm

What is assault & battery?

Performing a procedure without consent

What is false imprisonment?

Holding a patient against their will without cause

What is HIPAA?

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act → protects patient privacy

What are ethics?

Code of conduct for professionals

What law protects patient information?

HIPAA

What are the Vital Signs?

Temperature, Pulse, Respiration, Blood Pressure, Pain, Oxygen Saturation

What is the Normal temperature range?

97–99.7°F

What is the most accurate way to take temperature?

Rectal

What is tachycardia?

Fast heart rate

What is bradycardia?

Slow heart rate

Give an example of Prehypertension BP?

134/84 mmHg

What are the respiratory rates in infants compared to adults?

Higher normal respiratory rates than adults

What equipment is used to take blood pressure?

Stethoscope + Sphygmomanometer