Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Chapter 1 > Chapter 2 CNA > Flashcards

Chapter 2 CNA Flashcards

1
Q

abdominal thrusts

A

a method of attempting to remove an object from the airway of someone who is choking

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

abrasion

A

an injury that rubs off the surface of the skin

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

antimicrobial

A

an agent that destroys, resists, or prevents the development of pathogens

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

bloodborne pathogen

A

microorganisms found in human blood, body fluid draining wounds, and mucous membranes that can cause infection and disease in humans

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

body mechanics

A

the way the parts of the body work together when a person moves

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

CPR

A

cardiopulmonary resuscitation- medical procedures used when a person’s heart or lungs have stopped working

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

causative agent

A

a pathogenic microorganism that causes disease

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

CDC

A

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

CVA

A

cerebrovascular accident- also called a stroke

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

Chain of Infection

A

way of describing how disease is transmitted from one human to another

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

cliches

A

phrases that are used over and over again and do not really mean anything

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

Clostridium difficile

A

a bacterium that is spread by spores in feces that are difficult to kill; causes symptoms such as diarrhea and nausea and can lead to colitis

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

combative

A

violent or hostile

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

conscious

A

mentally alert and having awareness of sensations, surroundings, and thoughts

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

cyanotic

A

blue or grey skin color

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

defense mechanism

A

unconscious behaviors used to release tension or cope with stress

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q

DKA

A

Diabetic ketoacidosis- a complication of diabetes that is causes by having too little insulin in the body

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
18
Q

direct contact

A

a way of transmitting pathogens through touching the infected person or his secretions

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
19
Q

disinfection

A

a process that destroys most of the pathogens; reduces level so that it is considered NOT infectious

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
20
Q

disorientation

A

confusion about person, place, or time

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
21
Q

doff

A

to remove

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
22
Q

don

A

to put on

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
23
Q

dyspnea

A

difficulty breathing

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
24
Q

emesis

A

vomiting

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
25
Q

fracture

A

broken bone

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
26
Q

HAIs

A

Healthcare-associated Infections- an infection acquired in a healthcare setting during the delivery of medical care

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
27
Q

Hepatitis

A

inflammation of the liver caused by certain viruses and other factors, such as alcohol abuse, some medications, and trauma

28
Q

impairment

A

loss of function or ability

29
Q

incontinence

A

the inability to control the bladder or bowels

30
Q

indirect contact

A

transmitting pathogens from touching an OBJECT contaminated by the infected person

31
Q

infection prevention

A

the set of methods practiced in healthcare facilities to prevent and control the spread of disease

32
Q

insulin reactions

A

hypoglycemia- a complication of diabetes that can result from either too much insulin or too little food

33
Q

localized infection

A

an infection that is limited to a specific location in the body and has local symptoms

34
Q

medical asepsis

A

measures used to reduce and prevent the spread of pathogens

35
Q

mental health

A

the normal functioning of emotional and intellectual abilities

36
Q

microbe

A

microrganism; a living thing or organism that is so small that it can be seen only under a microscope

37
Q

mode of transmission

A

the method of describing how a pathogen travels

38
Q

MRSA

A

bacteria that have developed resistance to the antibiotic methicillin

39
Q

mucous membrane

A

membranes that line body cavities that open to the outside of the body- linings of mouth, nose, eyes, rectum, or genitals

40
Q

MI

A

myocardial infarction- heart attack- the heart muscle does not receive enough blood

41
Q

nonintact skin

A

skin that is broken by abrasions, cuts, rashes, pimples, lesions, surgical incisions, or boils

42
Q

objective information

A

information based on what a person sees, hears, touches, or smells; also called signs

43
Q

obstructed airway

A

a condition in which something is blocking the tube through which air enters the lungs

44
Q

OSHA

A

Occupational Safety and Health Administration- federal government agency that makes rules to protect workers from hazards on the job

45
Q

pathogens

A

microorganisms capable of causing infection and disease

46
Q

perineal care

A

care of the genitals and anal area

47
Q

PPE

A

Personal Protective Equipment- gowns, masks, gloves etc

48
Q

portal of entry

A

any body opening on an UNINFECTED person that allows pathogens to enter

49
Q

portal of exit

A

any body opening on an INFECTED person that allows pathogens to leave

50
Q

reservoir

A

a place where a pathogen lives and multiplies

51
Q

scalds

A

burns caused by hot liquids

52
Q

sharps

A

needles or other sharp objects

53
Q

shock

A

a condition that occurs when organs and tissues in the body do not receive an adequate blood supply

54
Q

sputum

A

thick mucus coughed up from the lungs

55
Q

standard precautions

A

a method of infection prevention in which all blood, body fluids, nonintact skin, and mucous membranes are treated AS IF THEY WERE INFECTED with an infectious disease

56
Q

sterilization

A

a cleaning measure that destroys all microorganisms, including pathogens

57
Q

Subjective information

A

information that a person cannot or did not observe, but is based on something reported to the person that may or may not be true; also called symptoms

58
Q

surgical asepsis

A

sterile technique; the state of being completely free of all microorganisms

59
Q

susceptible host

A

an uninfected person who could get sick

60
Q

syncope

A

fainting- loss of consciousness

61
Q

systemic infection

A

an infection that travels through the bloodstream and is spread throughout the body, causing general symptoms

62
Q

TIA

A

transient ischemic attack- a warning sign of a CVA/stroke resulting from a temporary lack of oxygen in the brain; symptoms may last up to 24 hours

63
Q

transmission-based precautions

A

method of infection prevention used when caring for persons who are infected or may be infected with certain infectious diseases

64
Q

TB

A

tuberculosis- a highly contagious disease caused by a bacterium that is carried on mucous droplets suspended in the air; usually affects the lungs and causes coughing, trouble breathing, weight loss, and fatigue (tiredness)

65
Q

VRE

A

bacteria that have developed resistance to the antibiotic vancomycin

Chapter 1 (5 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions