,warm and cold applications - CORRECT ANSWERS-stimulation of the skin and
underlying tissues with heat or cold for the purpose of decreasing pain, muscle spasms,
or inflammation.
abdominal thrust - CORRECT ANSWERS-a method of attempting to remove an object
from the airway of someone who is choking
adaptive devices - CORRECT ANSWERS-special equipment that helps a person who is
ill or disabled to perform ADLs; also called assistive devices.
Adduction - CORRECT ANSWERS-Movement toward the midline of the body
Abduction - CORRECT ANSWERS-Movement away from the midline of the body
ADL's - CORRECT ANSWERS-activities of daily living.
Brushing teeth, hair, or eating.
Abrasion - CORRECT ANSWERS-rubs off the surface of skin
aging process - CORRECT ANSWERS-the natural occurrences in the body that
produce the changes associated with growing old
agitation - CORRECT ANSWERS-a violent stirring or movement; noisy confusion,
excitement; a stirring up of public enthusiasm
Alzheimer's disease - CORRECT ANSWERS-a progressive and irreversible brain
disorder characterized by gradual deterioration of memory, reasoning, language, and,
finally, physical functioning.
Tangled nerve fibers and protein deposits form in the brain.
Causes dementia.
ambulation - CORRECT ANSWERS-walking
angina pectoris - CORRECT ANSWERS-chest pain, pressure, or discomfort.
Symptom of CAD.
Anti-embolic stockings - CORRECT ANSWERS-fights blood clot formation
Aphasia - CORRECT ANSWERS-inability to speak through speech, writing, or signs
because of a brain dysfunction.
acute care - CORRECT ANSWERS-24-hour skilled care for short-term illnesses or
injuries; generally given in hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers
F.A.S.T - CORRECT ANSWERS-Face, Arm, Speech, Time
, receptive aphasia - CORRECT ANSWERS-inability to understand spoken or written
words
expressive aphasia - CORRECT ANSWERS-slurred speech or inability to speak
autoimmune illness - CORRECT ANSWERS-an illness in which the body's immune
system attacks normal tissue in the body
apathy - CORRECT ANSWERS-lack of interest or emotion
Ageism - CORRECT ANSWERS-prejudice or discrimination on the basis of a person's
age
apnea - CORRECT ANSWERS-absence of breathing
arthritis - CORRECT ANSWERS-inflammation of a joint
RA(rheumatoid arthritis) - CORRECT ANSWERS-Can affect anyone at any age.
Autoimmune disease. Joints become red, swollen, and painful.
OA(osteoarthritis) - CORRECT ANSWERS-Also called DJD (degenerative joint
disease), affects the elderly. Happens with aging or injury. Can be treated.
aseptic - CORRECT ANSWERS-free from disease-causing microorganisms
aspiration - CORRECT ANSWERS-Breathing fluid, food, vomitus, or an object into the
lungs
assistive devices - CORRECT ANSWERS-parallel bars, walkers, axillary crutches,
lofstrand crutches, canes
bed cradle - CORRECT ANSWERS-a frame used to prevent bedclothes from touching
all or part of a person's body.
bedpan - CORRECT ANSWERS-vessel for receiving the urinary and fecal discharges of
a patient unable to leave his or her bed
Bed fracture pan - CORRECT ANSWERS-More shallow than a bedpan to help those
who can't lift their hips
behavioral care plan - CORRECT ANSWERS-a detailed method worked out in advance
for the attainment of a goal
bradycadia - CORRECT ANSWERS-heart rate is lower than 60 bpm
underlying tissues with heat or cold for the purpose of decreasing pain, muscle spasms,
or inflammation.
abdominal thrust - CORRECT ANSWERS-a method of attempting to remove an object
from the airway of someone who is choking
adaptive devices - CORRECT ANSWERS-special equipment that helps a person who is
ill or disabled to perform ADLs; also called assistive devices.
Adduction - CORRECT ANSWERS-Movement toward the midline of the body
Abduction - CORRECT ANSWERS-Movement away from the midline of the body
ADL's - CORRECT ANSWERS-activities of daily living.
Brushing teeth, hair, or eating.
Abrasion - CORRECT ANSWERS-rubs off the surface of skin
aging process - CORRECT ANSWERS-the natural occurrences in the body that
produce the changes associated with growing old
agitation - CORRECT ANSWERS-a violent stirring or movement; noisy confusion,
excitement; a stirring up of public enthusiasm
Alzheimer's disease - CORRECT ANSWERS-a progressive and irreversible brain
disorder characterized by gradual deterioration of memory, reasoning, language, and,
finally, physical functioning.
Tangled nerve fibers and protein deposits form in the brain.
Causes dementia.
ambulation - CORRECT ANSWERS-walking
angina pectoris - CORRECT ANSWERS-chest pain, pressure, or discomfort.
Symptom of CAD.
Anti-embolic stockings - CORRECT ANSWERS-fights blood clot formation
Aphasia - CORRECT ANSWERS-inability to speak through speech, writing, or signs
because of a brain dysfunction.
acute care - CORRECT ANSWERS-24-hour skilled care for short-term illnesses or
injuries; generally given in hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers
F.A.S.T - CORRECT ANSWERS-Face, Arm, Speech, Time
, receptive aphasia - CORRECT ANSWERS-inability to understand spoken or written
words
expressive aphasia - CORRECT ANSWERS-slurred speech or inability to speak
autoimmune illness - CORRECT ANSWERS-an illness in which the body's immune
system attacks normal tissue in the body
apathy - CORRECT ANSWERS-lack of interest or emotion
Ageism - CORRECT ANSWERS-prejudice or discrimination on the basis of a person's
age
apnea - CORRECT ANSWERS-absence of breathing
arthritis - CORRECT ANSWERS-inflammation of a joint
RA(rheumatoid arthritis) - CORRECT ANSWERS-Can affect anyone at any age.
Autoimmune disease. Joints become red, swollen, and painful.
OA(osteoarthritis) - CORRECT ANSWERS-Also called DJD (degenerative joint
disease), affects the elderly. Happens with aging or injury. Can be treated.
aseptic - CORRECT ANSWERS-free from disease-causing microorganisms
aspiration - CORRECT ANSWERS-Breathing fluid, food, vomitus, or an object into the
lungs
assistive devices - CORRECT ANSWERS-parallel bars, walkers, axillary crutches,
lofstrand crutches, canes
bed cradle - CORRECT ANSWERS-a frame used to prevent bedclothes from touching
all or part of a person's body.
bedpan - CORRECT ANSWERS-vessel for receiving the urinary and fecal discharges of
a patient unable to leave his or her bed
Bed fracture pan - CORRECT ANSWERS-More shallow than a bedpan to help those
who can't lift their hips
behavioral care plan - CORRECT ANSWERS-a detailed method worked out in advance
for the attainment of a goal
bradycadia - CORRECT ANSWERS-heart rate is lower than 60 bpm
