Chapter 2vocabulary Flashcards
1
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Involuntary seclusion
A
Separating a person from others against his or her will, keeping the person to a certain area, or keeping the person away from his or her room without consent.
2
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Ombudsman
A
Someone who supports or promote the needs and interests of another person.
3
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Representative
A
A person who has the legal right to act on the patient’s or resident’s behalf when he or she cannot do so for himself or herself.
4
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Treatment
A
The care provided to maintain or restore health, improve function or relieve symptoms.
