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Clinical Procedures and Techniques Flashcards
| Front | Back |
| What does gauge refer to in needles? | Diameter of the needle's lumen smaller number means larger diameter |
| What is the best site for a subcutaneous insulin injection? | Abdomen avoiding a 2-inch radius around the navel |
| What is the common needle gauge for intramuscular injections? | 22-25 gauge |
| What is the correct angle of entry for venipuncture? | 15-30 degrees |
| What is the first step before administering an injection? | Verify the medication order and patient identity |
| What is the normal adult pulse range? | 60-100 beats per minute |
| What is the purpose of antiseptic technique in phlebotomy? | Prevents contamination and reduces infection risk |
| Where is the apical pulse assessed? | Fifth intercostal space at the midclavicular line |
| Where is the recommended site for an intradermal injection? | Inner forearm about 2-4 inches below the elbow |
| Where is V1 lead placed in a 12-lead EKG? | Fourth intercostal space at the right sternal border |
| Which color tube is used for coagulation studies? | Light Blue top |
| Why should blood collection tubes be inverted gently? | To mix additives without hemolyzing the sample |
Front
What is the purpose of antiseptic technique in phlebotomy?
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Back
Prevents contamination and reduces infection risk
Front
What is the best site for a subcutaneous insulin injection?
Back
Abdomen avoiding a 2-inch radius around the navel
Front
What is the common needle gauge for intramuscular injections?
Back
22-25 gauge
Front
What is the normal adult pulse range?
Back
60-100 beats per minute
Front
Where is the recommended site for an intradermal injection?
Back
Inner forearm about 2-4 inches below the elbow
Front
What does gauge refer to in needles?
Back
Diameter of the needle's lumen smaller number means larger diameter
Front
Where is V1 lead placed in a 12-lead EKG?
Back
Fourth intercostal space at the right sternal border
Front
What is the correct angle of entry for venipuncture?
Back
15-30 degrees
Front
Which color tube is used for coagulation studies?
Back
Light Blue top
Front
Where is the apical pulse assessed?
Back
Fifth intercostal space at the midclavicular line
Front
What is the first step before administering an injection?
Back
Verify the medication order and patient identity
Front
Why should blood collection tubes be inverted gently?
Back
To mix additives without hemolyzing the sample
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Focuses on the practical clinical skills required for medical assistants, including phlebotomy, EKG administration, taking vital signs, performing injections, and other hands-on medical procedures.