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Drugs prior to admission (prescribed, over-the-counter, illicit) Patency of vascular and drainage systems Appropriate functioning and labeling of all equipment connected to patient
Summary of Prearrival and Admission Quick Check Assessments
Chief Complaint: Primary body system Associated symptoms Drugs and Diagnostic Tests: Current medications Review diagnostic test results Equipment: Allergies
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pertinent history, physiologic status, invasive devices, Abbreviated report on patient (age, gender, chief complaint, diagnosis, equipment, and status of laboratory/diagnostic tests) Complete room setup, including verification of proper Ge
Prearrival Assessment equipment functioning Admission Quick Check Assessment Presence of spontaneous breathing Circulation and Cerebral Perfusion: Peripheral pulses and capillary refill Skin, color, temperature, moisture Presence of bleeding
Airway: Patency Breathing: Breath sounds Blood pressure
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