Health Sciences Fundamentals Flashcards
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What is the purpose of a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) / Safety Data Sheet (SDS) in a healthcare environment?
Answer: To provide information on hazardous chemical properties, handling, and emergency procedures
An SDS provides detailed information about a chemical substance's hazards, safe handling, storage, and emergency response procedures.
In medical terminology, the suffix '-ectomy' means:
Answer: Surgical removal of
The suffix '-ectomy' denotes the surgical removal of a body part or tissue, as in appendectomy (removal of the appendix).
What is the primary role of the immune system?
Answer: To protect the body from pathogens and foreign substances
The immune system identifies and destroys pathogens, foreign substances, and abnormal cells to defend the body against infection and disease.
What does CPR stand for, and what is its primary purpose?
Answer: Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation — to restore blood circulation and breathing in cardiac arrest
CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) combines chest compressions and rescue breaths to maintain circulation and oxygenation during cardiac arrest.
In healthcare documentation, what does the abbreviation 'NPO' mean?
Answer: Nothing by mouth
NPO (from Latin 'nil per os') means the patient must not eat or drink anything, typically required before surgery or certain procedures.
Which organ is responsible for filtering blood and producing urine?
Answer: Kidney
The kidneys filter waste products and excess fluids from the blood, producing urine that is then excreted from the body.