ATI PN Fundamentals Proctored Exam
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Advance directives
Legal documents that allow individuals to make decisions about their medical care in
advance
Health care proxy
A person designated to make medical decisions on behalf of another individual
Living will
A legal document that outlines a person's preferences for medical treatment in case
they become unable to communicate
Oral statement
A spoken declaration of a person's wishes regarding medical treatment
Premenopausal
Referring to the period of time before menopause, during which a woman still has
regular menstrual periods
Papanicolaou test
A screening test for cervical cancer that involves collecting cells from the cervix for
examination
Breast self-examination
A technique for checking the breasts for lumps or other abnormalities
Estrogen levels
The amount of estrogen hormone present in the body
BMI
Body Mass Index, a measure of body fat based on height and weight
Calorie intake
The amount of calories consumed in a day
Abdominal girth
The measurement around the waist at the level of the navel
Blood pressure
The force of blood against the walls of the arteries
Peak flow meter
A handheld device used to measure how well air moves out of the lungs
Client's knowledge
The understanding a client has about the use of a peak flow meter
Video demonstration
A visual presentation showing how to use a peak flow meter
Observation
The act of watching a client use a peak flow meter to ensure proper technique
Importance of daily use
The significance of using a peak flow meter every day as prescribed
Oral care
The practice of cleaning and maintaining the mouth and teeth
Dentures
Artificial teeth and gums that replace missing natural teeth
, Mouth sores
Painful ulcers or lesions in the mouth
Denture care
The proper cleaning and maintenance of dentures
Denture soaking
The process of placing dentures in a liquid solution for cleaning and disinfection
Denture adhesive
A substance used to hold dentures in place
Sleeping with dentures
Wearing dentures while sleeping at night
Denture rinsing
The act of cleaning dentures with water after meals
Ampule
A small, sealed glass container that holds a single dose of medication
Inject air
To introduce a small amount of air into the ampule before drawing medication
Diluent
A liquid used to dissolve or dilute a medication
Cleansing the tip
Wiping the top of the ampule with an alcohol swab to ensure cleanliness
Filter needle
A needle with a filter attached to remove particles from medication
Safety hazard
A condition or situation that poses a risk of harm or injury
Weight-sensitive sensor mat
A mat that detects changes in pressure and is used to monitor a client's movement
Raised side rails
The protective barriers on the sides of a bed that can be raised or lowered
Capillary refill
The time it takes for color to return to the skin after it has been pressed
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation
A therapy that uses low-voltage electrical currents to relieve pain
Acceptance of limb loss
The acknowledgment and willingness to adapt to the loss of a limb
Postoperative
Referring to the period of time after a surgical procedure
Below-the-knee amputation
The surgical removal of a limb below the knee joint
Leg-related concerns
Thoughts or worries about the client's leg
Dressing change
The process of removing and replacing a wound dressing
Family's visit
The presence of the client's family members during a hospital visit
Blood pressure measurement
The act of determining the force of blood against the walls of the arteries
With Correct Answers Graded A+
Advance directives
Legal documents that allow individuals to make decisions about their medical care in
advance
Health care proxy
A person designated to make medical decisions on behalf of another individual
Living will
A legal document that outlines a person's preferences for medical treatment in case
they become unable to communicate
Oral statement
A spoken declaration of a person's wishes regarding medical treatment
Premenopausal
Referring to the period of time before menopause, during which a woman still has
regular menstrual periods
Papanicolaou test
A screening test for cervical cancer that involves collecting cells from the cervix for
examination
Breast self-examination
A technique for checking the breasts for lumps or other abnormalities
Estrogen levels
The amount of estrogen hormone present in the body
BMI
Body Mass Index, a measure of body fat based on height and weight
Calorie intake
The amount of calories consumed in a day
Abdominal girth
The measurement around the waist at the level of the navel
Blood pressure
The force of blood against the walls of the arteries
Peak flow meter
A handheld device used to measure how well air moves out of the lungs
Client's knowledge
The understanding a client has about the use of a peak flow meter
Video demonstration
A visual presentation showing how to use a peak flow meter
Observation
The act of watching a client use a peak flow meter to ensure proper technique
Importance of daily use
The significance of using a peak flow meter every day as prescribed
Oral care
The practice of cleaning and maintaining the mouth and teeth
Dentures
Artificial teeth and gums that replace missing natural teeth
, Mouth sores
Painful ulcers or lesions in the mouth
Denture care
The proper cleaning and maintenance of dentures
Denture soaking
The process of placing dentures in a liquid solution for cleaning and disinfection
Denture adhesive
A substance used to hold dentures in place
Sleeping with dentures
Wearing dentures while sleeping at night
Denture rinsing
The act of cleaning dentures with water after meals
Ampule
A small, sealed glass container that holds a single dose of medication
Inject air
To introduce a small amount of air into the ampule before drawing medication
Diluent
A liquid used to dissolve or dilute a medication
Cleansing the tip
Wiping the top of the ampule with an alcohol swab to ensure cleanliness
Filter needle
A needle with a filter attached to remove particles from medication
Safety hazard
A condition or situation that poses a risk of harm or injury
Weight-sensitive sensor mat
A mat that detects changes in pressure and is used to monitor a client's movement
Raised side rails
The protective barriers on the sides of a bed that can be raised or lowered
Capillary refill
The time it takes for color to return to the skin after it has been pressed
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation
A therapy that uses low-voltage electrical currents to relieve pain
Acceptance of limb loss
The acknowledgment and willingness to adapt to the loss of a limb
Postoperative
Referring to the period of time after a surgical procedure
Below-the-knee amputation
The surgical removal of a limb below the knee joint
Leg-related concerns
Thoughts or worries about the client's leg
Dressing change
The process of removing and replacing a wound dressing
Family's visit
The presence of the client's family members during a hospital visit
Blood pressure measurement
The act of determining the force of blood against the walls of the arteries
