Disease producing microorganisms.

Patient is to receive drug on a regular basis, administered until doctor discontinues it.

Federal agency that regulates health and safely concerns in the workplace.

The explansion and relaxation of the arteries can be felt at various points in the body where you can press artery against bone or firm surface.

Practicing medicine without a license.

Supp

This is the cornerstone of infection control.

Drug droplets, vapor and gas administered through mucous membranes of respiratory tract.

The four primary regulatory agencies that mandate QI programs.

Exchange if gases between the blood and the tissue cells.

Considered a legal document and can be the determining factor in a lawsuit.

MOM

If practiced at all times, this reduces the chance of spreading disease.

Three types of hazards in lab.

HIPPA stands for

Phase where heart pauses briefly to rest and refill, arterial pressure drops.

The basis of most lawsuits against health care workers.

NPO

Maintenance of a healthful, disease free environment by removing organic matter and other residue.

Frequently used site to measure heart rate.

Internal process geared at identifying potential problems before they cause injury to a patient or employee.

The period from the beginning of one heartbeat to the next.

Four elements present to prove negligence.

IVPB

A microorganism commonly found on the skin can get into tissue if the skin is broken.

Health care facilities must meet all 6 goals to show accreditation.

Written account of negative events that occur in the work place.

Respiratory rate that greatly exceeds bodys oxygen demand.

Prohibits suits against any US Government facility.

DNS