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Tracheostomy suctioning
Procedure to clear airway using a catheter.
Inline catheter
Catheter used for suctioning without disconnection.
Physician-assisted suicide
Legal practice of aiding a patient in dying.
Intractable pain
Severe pain resistant to treatment methods.
Meningitis transmission
Spread through respiratory droplets or direct contact.
Nonverbal communication
Communication without spoken words, includes body language.
Macular degeneration
, Eye condition causing loss of central vision.
Emergency preparedness
Readiness for urgent medical situations.
Cervical fracture
Break in the cervical vertebrae, often from trauma.
Religious considerations in care
Respecting patient beliefs in treatment decisions.
Hygiene importance
Maintaining cleanliness to prevent infection.
Sponge bath
Bathing method using a wet sponge for hygiene.
Vital signs monitoring
Regular assessment of blood pressure, heart rate, etc.
Unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)
Support staff providing basic patient care.