Hospital Unit Procedures 2 Test 1

What does D5W stand for?

5% dextrose in water

Define central line

A catheter inserted into the jugular or subclavian vein or a large vein in the arm and threaded to the heart

Define arterial line

A catheter placed in an artery that is used to measure the patients blood pressure continuously and/or to obtain samples for arterial blood gas measurements

Define bladder ultrasound

A noninvasive method of assessing bladder volume and other bladder conditions using ultrasonography

Define aquathermia pad

A waterproof plastic or rubber pad used to apply heat or cold that is connected by hoses to a bedside control unit that contains a temperature regulator

Define peripheral IV Therapy

An infusion of a liquid prepared solution directly into a vein intermittently or contiously

Define ace wraps

Elastic gauze used for temporary compression to various parts of the body to decrease swelling and skin breakdown

Define bulimia nervosa

Recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food with a sense of being out of control during the episode accompanied by a form of inappropriate compensatory behavior to avoid weight gain occurring at least 2x a week for at least 3 months

What is the function of the central service department?

The central service department distributes the supplies that are used for nursing procedures.

Define kangaroo pump

a brand name of a feeding pump used to administer tube feeding

Define indwelling or retention catheter

a catheter that remains in the bladder for a longer period until a patient is able to void completely and voluntarily

Define binder

a cloth or elastic bandage that is usually used for abdominal or chest support

Define jejunostomy

a creation of an artifical opening into the jejunum that may be used for enteral feeding when it is necessary to bypass the upper gastrointestinal tract

Define intravenous infusion pump

a device used to regulate the flow or rate of intravenous fluid

Define therapeutic diet

a diet with modifications or restrictions that must be ordered by the doctor

Define chux

a disposable pad placed in areas where patients either lie or sit

Define hemovac

a disposable suction device connected to a drain that is inserted into or close to a surgical wound

Define Jackson-Pratt

a disposable suction device that is connected to a drain that is inserted into or close to a surgical wound

Define diet order

a doctors order that states the type and quantity of food and liquids the patients may receive

Define penrose drain

a drain that is inserted into or close to a surgical wound

Define egg crate mattress

a foam rubber mattress

Define uroflowmeter

a funnel shaped device that reads, measures and computes the rate and amount of urine flow

Define harris flush/ return flow enema

a mild colonic irrgation that helps expel flatus

Define parenteral nutrition

a mode of feeding that does not use the gastrointestinal tract, instead providing nutrition by intravenous delivery of nutrient solutions

Define sheepskin

a pad made out of lamb's wool or synthetic material; used to prevent pressure sores

Define bolus

a rounded mass of food prepared by the mouth for swallowing

Define intermittent catheter

a single use catheter that is introduced long enough to drain the bladder and is then removed

Define partial paranteral nutrition

a solution containing some essential nutrients injected into a vein to supplement other means of nutrition, usually partially normal diet of food

Define gastrostomy

a surgical procedure for inserting a tube through the abdominal wall and into the stomach.

Define urine flow test

a test that evaluates the speed of urination or amount voided per second and the total time of urination

Define urinary catheterization

a tube is placed in the body to drain and collect urine from the bladder

Define nasogastric tube

a tube that is inserted through the mouth or nose into the stomach and is used to feed the patient or to drain stomach contents to prevent vomitting

Define foley catheter

a type of indwelling catheter that is inserted into the bladder fpr urine collection and measurement

Define heparin lock

a vascular access device that is placed on a peripheral intravenous catheter when used intermittently

What does abd stand for?

abdominal

What are some items that may be stored in the nursing unit locker?

abdominal pads alcohol pads chux disposable sutures removal kits dressings examination gloves fleet enema gauze pads glycerin swabs irrigation solutions irrigation trays IV catheters IV solutions IV tubing Kling masks rectal tube sterile gloves suction catheters and tubing syringes and needles tape telfa pads urinary catheter trays vaseline gauze

What items are stored in the CSD?

adult disposable diapers alternating pressure pads bedside commode bone marrow central line colostomy kit egg crate mistress elastic abdominal binder feeding pump and tubing footboard foot cradle hypothermia machine IV infusion pump K-pad lumbar puncture paracentesis pneumatic hose restraints sitz bath sterile trays stomal bags T.E.D thoracentesis tracheostomy

Define sitz bath

application of warm water to the pelvic area

What does -a stand for?

before

What does B/L stand for?

bilateral

Define donor specific or donor directed blood

blood donated by relatives or friends of the patient to be used for transfusion as needed

What does cath stand for?

catheterize

Define peripherally inserted central catheters

catheters inserted into the arm and advanced until the tip lies in the the superior vena cava

What does CVC stand for?

central venous catheter

What does triangle symbol stand for?

change

Define gavage

feeding by means of a tube inserted into the stomach, duodenum or jejunum through the nose or an opening in the abdominal wall

What does HL or heplock stand for?

heparin lock

Define splinting

holding the incision area to provide support, promote a feeling of security, and reduce pain during coughing after surgery

What does H2O2 stand for?

hydrogen peroxide

Define gastritis

inflammation of the stomach

Define gastroenteritis

inflammation of the stomach and intestines

Define percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy

insertion of a tube through the abdominal wall into the stomach under endoscopic guidance

What does IVF stand for?

intravenous fluids

What does irrig stand for?

irrigate

What does KO stand for?

keep open

What does LR stand for?

lactated ringers

What does LIS stand for?

low intermittent suction

What does MR stand for?

may repeat

What does NG stand for?

nasogastric

What does N/V stand for?

nausea and vomiting

What does nec stand for?

necessary

What does NS stand for?

normal saline

What are the five types of enemas?

oil retention soap suds tap water normal saline fleet

What does ORE stand for?

oil retention enema

Define gastric suction

used to remove gastric contents

What does VAD stand for?

vascular access device

Define irrigation

washing or flushing out of a body cavity, organ or wound

What does WA stand for?

while awake

What does SCD stand for?

sequential compression device

What does SSE stand for?

soap suds enema

What does sol'n stand for?

solution

Define pneumatic hose

stockings that promote circulation by sequentially compressing the legs from the ankle upward

What does st stand for?

straight retention

Define duodenostomy

surgical formation of a permanent opening into the duodenum

What does TWKE stand for?

tap water enema

Define extravasation

the accidental administration of intravenously infused medicinal drugs into the surrounding tissue

Define intravenous hyperalimentation

the administration of nutrients by intravenous feeding, especially to individuals unable to take in food through the alimentary tract

Define enema

the introduction of fluid and/or medication into the rectum

Define postvoid residual urine volume

the measurement if urine left in the bladder after urination

Define autologous blood

the patients own blood donated previously for transfusion to be used as needed by the patient

Define enteral nutrition

the provision of liquid formulas into the gastrointestinal tract by tube or by mouth

What does TKO stand for?

to keep open

What does TCDB stand for?

turn, cough, deep breath

What are the three parts of an intravenous order?

type, amount and flow rate

Define anorexia nervosa

condition characterized by intense fear of gaining weight or becoming fat although the individual is underweight.

What does CBI stand for?

continuous bladder irrigation

What does D/LR stand for?

dextrose in lacerated ringer

Define dysphagia

difficulty eating and swallowing

What does DW stand for?

distilled water

What does drsg stand for?

dressing

What does gtt(s) stand for?

drop(s)

What does ETS stand for?

elevated toilet seat

Define enteral feeding set

equipment needed to infuse tube feeding

What does / stand for?

per, by

What are the different methods of administering intravenous therapy?

peripheral intravenous therapy central line intravenous therapy

What does PICC stand for?

peripherally inserted central catheter

Define Swan Ganz Catheteization

placement in the neck or the chest, of a catheter that measures pressures in the patients heart and pulmonary artery

What does PVR stand for?

post void residual

What does KCI stand for?

potassium chloride

Define infiltration

process by which the tip of an intravenous catheter comes out of the vein or pokes through the vein and iv solution is released into surrounding tissue