chapter 6 key tems Flashcards

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hygiene

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practices to keep bodies clean and healthy

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grooming

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practices to care for oneself, such as caring for fingernails and hair.

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3
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pressure points

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areas of the body that bear much of the body weight.

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4
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bony prominences

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areas of the body where the bone lies close to the skin.

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5
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pressure injuries

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a serious wound resulting from skin deterioration and shearing; also called pressure ulcers, pressure sores, bed sores, or decubitus ulcers.

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shearing

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rubbing or friction that results from the skin moving one way and the bone underneath it remaining fixed or moving in the opposite direction.

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draw sheet

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an extra sheet placed on top of the bottom sheet; used for moving residents in bed.

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foot drop

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a weakness of muscles in the feet and ankles that causes problems with the ability to flex the ankles and walk normally.

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orthotic device

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a device that helps support and align a limb and improve its functioning; also called orthosis.

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partial bath

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a bath given on days when a complete bath or shower is not done; includes washing the face, hands, underarms, and perineum.

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11
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perineum

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the genital and anal area.

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12
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pediculosis

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an infestation of lice.

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13
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safety razor

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a type of razor that has a sharp blade with a special safety casing to help prevent cuts; requires the use of shaving cream or soap

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disposable razor

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type of razor that is discarded after one use; requires the use of shaving cream or soap.

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electric razor

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type of razor that runs on electricity; does not require the use of soap or shaving cream.

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16
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affected side

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a side of the body that is weakened due to a stroke or injury; also called weaker or involved side.

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involved side

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a side of the body that is weakened due to a stroke or injury; also called weaker or affected side.

18
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intravenous (IV) therapy

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the delivery of medication, nutrition, or fluids through a person’s vein.

19
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embolism

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an obstruction of a blood vessel, usually by a blood clot.

20
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oral care

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care of the mouth, teeth, and gums.

21
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aspiration

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the inhalation of food, fluid or foreign material into the lungs.

22
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dentures

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artificial teeth

23
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fracture pan

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a bedpan that is flatter than a regular bedpan.

24
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portable commode

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a chair with a toilet seat and a removable container underneath that is used for elimination; also called bedside commode.

25
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positioning

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the act of helping people into positions that promote comfort and health

26
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supine

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a body position in which a person lies flat on his back.

27
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lateral

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body position in which a person is lying on either side.

28
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prone

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body position in which a person is lying on his stomach, or front side of the body.

29
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Fowler’s

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a semisitting body position in which a person’s head and shoulders are elevated 45 to 60 degrees

30
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Sims’

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body position in which a person is lying on his left side with the upper knee flexed and raised toward the chest.

31
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logrolling

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moving a person as a unit, without disturbing the alignment of the body

32
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dangle

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to sit up with the legs hanging over the side of the bed in order to regain balance and stabilize blood pressure.

33
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ergonomics

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the science of designing equipment, areas, and work tasks to make them safer and to suit the worker’s abilities.

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transfer belt

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a belt made of canvas or other heavy material that is used to help people who are weak, unsteady, or uncoordinated to transfer