block 8 Flashcards
body system pt 2
homeostasis
condition in which all of the body systems are working their best
forms when there is unrelieved pressure on a body part
decubitus sore
when atrophy occurs
the muscle decreases in size
osteoporosis causes
bones that can break easily
anti-embolic
stocking is a special stocking that can help with circulation after knee replacement
resident with a head or spinal chord injury should be repositioned at least every
2 hours
function of the nervous system
helps the body take in oxygen and remove carbon dioxide
eye and ear are part of
nervous system
what happens when cataract develops
lens of the eye becomes cloudy
hemiplegia and hemiparesis is possible effect of
ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke
can be serious nervous system condition and should be reported to the nurse immediately
difficulty speaking or slurred speech
high blood pressure
measurement of 130/80 or higher
a function of circulatory system
supplies food, oxygen, and hormones to cells
whats helpful for a resident who has had heart attacks
regular exercise
fact about congestive heart failure
residents may take medication that makes them urinate more often
residents with obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may experience
dyspnea
respirations consist of
inspiration and expiration
respiratory system is made up of
trachea, bronchi, aveoli
how should a resident with COPD be positioned
sitting upright
urinary system
maintain water balance and eliminates waste
what can a NA do to help prevent urinary tract infection UTIs
wipe from front to back when giving perineal care
how to help a resident who has gastroesophageal reflux
serve several meals throughout the day
surgically created opening from an area inside the body to the outside
ostomy
best way for NA to provide foot care for a diabetic resident is to
observe the feet regularly for signs of irritation
symptoms commonly experienced by people who have diabetes
excessive thirst, extreme hunger, frequent urination
best shoes for diabetic resident
supportive breathable shoes
endoctrine system regulates
metabolism
yellowish fluid that carries disease-fighting cells is called
lymph
how does the immune system protect the body from disease
through nonspecific and specific immunity
the immune system weakens with age
fun fact
