chapter 10-13

Question 1

Growth

Answer 1

the physical changes that are measured and that occur in a steady and orderly manner.

Question 2

Development

Answer 2

changes in mental, emotional, and social function.

Question 3

geriatrics

Answer 3

The care of aging people.

Question 4

Gerontology

Answer 4

The study of the aging process.

Question 5

Menopause

Answer 5

The time when menstruation stops and menstrual cycles end.

Question 6

Sexuality

Answer 6

the physical, emotional, social, cultural, and spiritual factors that affect a person’s feelings, attitudes, and behaviors about one’s gender identity and sexuality behavior.

Question 7

Disaster

Answer 7

A harmful event that can effect the agency, patient, or resident.

Question 8

Coma

Answer 8

A prolonged state of unconsciousness.

Question 9

Dementia

Answer 9

The loss of cognitive and social function caused by changes in the brain.

Question 10

Hazardous Chemical

Answer 10

Any chemical in the workplace that an cause harm.

Question 11

Workplace violence

Answer 11

Violent acts directed towards persons at work or while on duty.

Question 12

Suffocation

Answer 12

When breathing stops from the lack of oxygen.

Question 13

Enabler

Answer 13

a device that limits freedom of movement but is used to promote independence, comfort, or safety.

Question 14

Medical Symptoms

Answer 14

An indication or characteristic of a physical or psychological condition.

Question 15

Freedom of movement

Answer 15

Any change in place or position for the body or any part of the body that the person can control.