The Glasgow Coma Scale is used to assess a patient's level of consciousness after a head injury, surgery, or medical event.
A blood draw is a non-invasive procedure that involves collecting blood for laboratory testing without entering the body.
Medical transcriptionists transcribe medical reports dictated by healthcare providers into written documents.
Sterilization is the process of completely killing or removing all microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and spores, from surfaces and equipment.
IDDM is used to describe the type of diabetes where a patient requires insulin injections for managing blood sugar levels.
A neurologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the nervous system.
"Intransigent" is not a route for medication administration. The correct option is "Intramuscular (IM)."
A CBC is a common blood test that measures various components of the blood, including red and white blood cells and platelets.
A dermatologist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating skin, hair, and nail conditions.
An endocrinologist is a medical doctor who specializes in disorders of the endocrine system, which includes hormones and glands.
Sterile technique involves practices that prevent the introduction of microorganisms to minimize the risk of infections.
Sterile dressings are used to cover wounds and provide a barrier to prevent infection and promote healing.
An orthopedic surgeon specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the musculoskeletal system.
"NPO" indicates that a patient should not consume anything orally, often before a medical procedure or surgery.
Asepsis refers to the practice of preventing the introduction or spread of infectious microorganisms.
A "DNR" order instructs healthcare providers not to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if a patient's heart stops.
