The Surgical Technologist (ST) and Circulating RN Verify a Drug's

question 60

True/False

The surgical technologist (ST) and circulating RN verify a drug's name, strength, expiration, and amount together; then the ST labels any container holding it; and states the drug name and strength aloud to the surgeon as it is being passed.

Identify strategies for effective oral presentation and written communication to convey messages clearly and efficiently.

Recognize the importance of feedback in the communication process for ensuring message effectiveness and fostering continuous improvement.

Understand strategies for enhancing persuasiveness and credibility in communication.

Identify appropriate communication approaches for sensitive organizational changes.

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Definitions:

Midbrain

A portion of the central nervous system associated with vision, hearing, motor control, sleep/wake, arousal (alertness), and temperature regulation.

Gray Matter

The darker-colored regions of the brain and spinal cord consisting mainly of neuronal cell bodies and branching dendrites.

White Matter

Brain and spinal cord tissue consisting mainly of myelinated nerve fibers, which facilitate the rapid transmission of signals between different parts of the central nervous system.

Glial Cells

Cells within the nervous system that provide physical and metabolic support to neurons, including insulation (myelination), defense against pathogens, and clearing of debris.