Clinical Procedures and Patient Care Flashcards

Which wound dressing type is most appropriate for a heavily exuding wound?

Answer: Alginate dressing

Alginate dressings are highly absorbent and ideal for wounds with heavy exudate, as they form a gel that manages moisture effectively.

A patient is scheduled for a fasting blood glucose test. How long should the patient fast before the test?

Answer: 8-12 hours

A fasting period of 8-12 hours is required before a fasting blood glucose test to ensure accurate baseline glucose measurement.

What is the correct technique when performing a two-person cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on an adult?

Answer: One rescuer performs 30 compressions while the other gives 2 rescue breaths

The AHA guideline for two-rescuer adult CPR is a 30:2 ratio — 30 chest compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths with a brief pause.

When preparing an injection, what should the medical assistant do after drawing medication from a vial?

Answer: Change to a fresh needle before injecting the patient

Changing to a fresh needle before injection ensures a sharp, sterile needle that minimizes patient discomfort and infection risk.

Which of the following is an example of passive range-of-motion (ROM) exercise?

Answer: Medical assistant moves the patient's limb through its range

Passive ROM involves the caregiver moving the patient's limb through its range without the patient exerting effort, maintaining joint flexibility.

When documenting vital signs, a medical assistant records a pulse as '78 bpm, regular, strong.' What does 'regular' indicate?

Answer: The rhythm is consistent with equal intervals between beats

A regular pulse means the intervals between heartbeats are consistent and equal, indicating a normal sinus rhythm.