Chapter 2 CNA Flashcards
abdominal thrusts
a method of attempting to remove an object from the airway of someone who is choking
abrasion
an injury that rubs off the surface of the skin
antimicrobial
an agent that destroys, resists, or prevents the development of pathogens
bloodborne pathogen
microorganisms found in human blood, body fluid draining wounds, and mucous membranes that can cause infection and disease in humans
body mechanics
the way the parts of the body work together when a person moves
CPR
cardiopulmonary resuscitation- medical procedures used when a person’s heart or lungs have stopped working
causative agent
a pathogenic microorganism that causes disease
CDC
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-
CVA
cerebrovascular accident- also called a stroke
Chain of Infection
way of describing how disease is transmitted from one human to another
cliches
phrases that are used over and over again and do not really mean anything
Clostridium difficile
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
combative
violent or hostile
conscious
mentally alert and having awareness of sensations, surroundings, and thoughts
cyanotic
blue or grey skin color
defense mechanism
unconscious behaviors used to release tension or cope with stress
DKA
Diabetic ketoacidosis- a complication of diabetes that is causes by having too little insulin in the body
direct contact
a way of transmitting pathogens through touching the infected person or his secretions
disinfection
a process that destroys most of the pathogens; reduces level so that it is considered NOT infectious
disorientation
confusion about person, place, or time
doff
to remove
don
to put on
dyspnea
difficulty breathing
emesis
vomiting
fracture
broken bone
HAIs
Healthcare-associated Infections- an infection acquired in a healthcare setting during the delivery of medical care