terms guide #2 Flashcards
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What does ABC stand for in medical terms?
Airway, Breathing, Circulation
What is an abrasion?
A scrape of the skin or mucous membrane
What does it mean to aspirate?
To draw fluid or foreign substance into the lungs during inspiration or while swallowing
What is atrophy?
A decrease in size of muscle causing loss of strength and function
What is the axilla?
Under the arm, armpit
What are contractures?
Permanent shortening of a muscle causing limited movement of a joint
What is cyanosis?
Bluish discoloration of skin, mucous membranes, lips, and nails due to lack of oxygen
What is a decubitus ulcer?
A pressure sore or bed sore, a serious wound resulting from skin breakdown
What is the dermis?
The layer of skin just below the outermost (epidermal) layer
What is diaphoresis?
Excessive sweating
What is dyspnea?
Difficult, labored breathing
What is an embolism?
A blood clot or other substance that travels through the bloodstream and may eventually block a blood vessel
What is the epidermis?
The outermost layer of the skin
What is erythema?
Redness
What is eschar?
Dead tissue that is cast off from the surface of the skin, particularly after a burn injury
What is excoriation?
Irritation or abrasion of the skin due to trauma such as scratches or burns
What does it mean to expectorate?
To cough; to bring sputum out of the lungs and eject from the mouth
What is false imprisonment?
Restraining or detaining a resident without her or his consent
What is hemiplegia?
Paralysis of one side of the body
What is necrosis?
Death of tissue
What is paraplegia?
Paralysis of the lower part of the body involving both legs and sometimes the lower trunk
What is postural restraint?
Legal restraint to keep proper body alignment
What is pruritus?
Localized or generalized itching
What does TCDB stand for?
An abbreviated term for turn, cough and deep breathe; an intervention to prevent development of respiratory complications
