an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the intestitial space of the tissues
edema
to turn the palm of the hand downward
pronate
internal organs enclosed within a body cavity, including the abdominal, thoracic, and pelvic organs
viscera
the posterior portion of the body between the ribs and the ileum
flank
a potentially dangerous abnormally low body temperature
hypothermia
force or pressure exerted against the surface and layers of the skin as tissues slide in opposite but parallel planes
shearing
pertaining to the sole of the foot
plantar
abnormally low blood volume causing a state of physical collapse and prostation caued by excessive blood loss
hypovolemic shock
an abnormal condition in which a blood clot develops with a blood vessel
thrombosis
network of nerves in the neck that pass under the clavicle and into the axilla
brachial plexus
to turn the palm of the hand upward
supinate
an abnormal presence of air in the cardiovascular system, resulting in obstruction of blood flow
air embollism
a nerve that is located on the outer part of the lower leg over the fibula
peroneal
a substance that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth
antimicrobial
the layer of skin just below the epidermis, containing the blood vessels and nerves, glands, and hair follicles
dermis
an alteration of the basic nature or structure of a substance
denature
Characteristics of urinary catheterization:
Control _____ after surgical procedures, such as TURP or TURB.
bleeding
Characteristics of urinary catheterization:
Decompress or empty the _____ before a surgical procedure to prevent injury to the organ.
bladder
Characteristics of urinary catheterization:
Control _____.
incontinence
Characteristics of urinary catheterization:
Keep _____ from contact with the surgical wound which could result in a postoperative wound infection.
urine
Characteristics of urinary catheterization:
Monitor ____ on patients who are having a major surgical procedure.
output
Characteristics of urinary catheterization:
Promote _____ of surgical incision.
healing
Characteristics of urinary catheterization:
Provide better visualization of the operative site to prevent injury to the _____ structures.
genitourinary
Characteristics of urinary catheterization:
Collect _____ for laboratory analysis.
specimen
Characteristics of urinary catheterization:
Prevent or relieve _____ retention
urine
Considerations of urinary catheterization:
Consider the duration or length of time that the _____ is needed.
catheter
Considerations of urinary catheterization:
Provide _____ to protect the patient's modesty when inserting the catheter.
privacy
Considerations of urinary catheterization:
Check physician's _____ or preference card before catheterization.
order
Considerations of urinary catheterization:
Position patient and adjust _____ before beginning procedure.
lighting
Considerations of urinary catheterization:
Select the appropriate catheter for the ____ of the patient.
size
