FINAL for Timby's Fundamental Nursing Skills and Concepts 12th
Edition
1. Surgical Asepsis: 1. Eliminates all pathogens. 2. Referred to as "Sterile
tech- nique". 3. Used in: Dressing changes; Catherizations; Surgical
Procedures
2.Medical Asepsis: 1. Reduces number of pathogens. 2. Referred to as
"Clean techniques". 3. Used in administration of: Medications; Enemas;
Tube feedings; Daily Hygiene; HANDWASHING IS #1!
3.Any partially unwrapped sterile package is considered :-
Contaminated
4.The longer the time since sterilization, the more likely that the items is
no longer : Sterile
5.Commercially sterile items are not sterile once : Expired
6.The outer -inch margin of a sterile area is considered a zone of
contam- ination: One
7.How long is the surgical scrub?: 2-5 Minute Scrub
8.Rinse from hands down to the elbows, hold above the elbows:
Hands
9.No artificial nails, no jewelry, no nail polish (prohibited while caring
for patients) TRUE or FALSE: TRUE
10.The patient's bed is usually made in the morning after the
.: morning; bath
11.When possible, the bed is made while it is not : occupied
12.The patient's safety is always foremost in the nurse's mind;
and are also important: comfort; privacy
13.Signs to look for when assessing during Perineal Care: Vaginal or
urethral exudate, skin impairment, unpleasant odors, complaints of
burning during urination or tenderness
14.Catheter care is to be performed . Cleanse with mild soap
and water: twice daily
15.Females cleanse from top to bottom of labia majora and labia minora,
then open labia and clean urinary meatus again top to bottom. Always
clean
. Water temp should be 105-109.: front to back
16.Males pull back foreskin and cleanse the head of penis in
, wash shaft of penis with a firm but gentle downward stroke.:
circular motion
17.Hygiene and Safety: The practice that help promote health through
personal cleanliness
18.Oral care; Conscious patient: Gather supplies needed, place towel
under the patient's chin/chest and proceed with oral care
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Edition
1. Surgical Asepsis: 1. Eliminates all pathogens. 2. Referred to as "Sterile
tech- nique". 3. Used in: Dressing changes; Catherizations; Surgical
Procedures
2.Medical Asepsis: 1. Reduces number of pathogens. 2. Referred to as
"Clean techniques". 3. Used in administration of: Medications; Enemas;
Tube feedings; Daily Hygiene; HANDWASHING IS #1!
3.Any partially unwrapped sterile package is considered :-
Contaminated
4.The longer the time since sterilization, the more likely that the items is
no longer : Sterile
5.Commercially sterile items are not sterile once : Expired
6.The outer -inch margin of a sterile area is considered a zone of
contam- ination: One
7.How long is the surgical scrub?: 2-5 Minute Scrub
8.Rinse from hands down to the elbows, hold above the elbows:
Hands
9.No artificial nails, no jewelry, no nail polish (prohibited while caring
for patients) TRUE or FALSE: TRUE
10.The patient's bed is usually made in the morning after the
.: morning; bath
11.When possible, the bed is made while it is not : occupied
12.The patient's safety is always foremost in the nurse's mind;
and are also important: comfort; privacy
13.Signs to look for when assessing during Perineal Care: Vaginal or
urethral exudate, skin impairment, unpleasant odors, complaints of
burning during urination or tenderness
14.Catheter care is to be performed . Cleanse with mild soap
and water: twice daily
15.Females cleanse from top to bottom of labia majora and labia minora,
then open labia and clean urinary meatus again top to bottom. Always
clean
. Water temp should be 105-109.: front to back
16.Males pull back foreskin and cleanse the head of penis in
, wash shaft of penis with a firm but gentle downward stroke.:
circular motion
17.Hygiene and Safety: The practice that help promote health through
personal cleanliness
18.Oral care; Conscious patient: Gather supplies needed, place towel
under the patient's chin/chest and proceed with oral care
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