Chapter 3 CNA Vocabulary Flashcards

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advance directives

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legal documents that allow people to choose what medical care they wish to have if they are unable to make those decisions themselves

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ageism

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prejudice toward, stereotyping of, and/or discrimination against older persons or the elderly

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anxiety

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uneasiness, worry, or fear, often about a situation or condition

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apathy

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lack of interest in activities

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5
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Bipolar disorder

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a type of mood disorder that causes mood swings, changes in energy levels and the ability to function, periods of extreme activity and periods of extreme depression

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Cheyne-Stokes

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alternating periods of slow, irregular breathing and rapid, shallow breathing, along with periods of not breathing

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claustrophobia

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the fear of being in a confined space

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cognitive

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related to thinking and learning

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cultural diversity

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the different groups of people with varied backgrounds and experiences who live together in the world

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developmental disabilities

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disabilities that are present at birth or emerge during childhood that restrict physical and/or mental ability

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DNR

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do-not-resuscitate- a medical order that instructs medical professionals not to perform CPR in the event of a cardiac or respiratory event

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durable power of attorney for health care

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a signed, dated, and witnessed legal document that appoints someone else to make the medical decisions for a person in the event she becomes unable to do so

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GAD

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Generalized Anxiety Disorder- anxiety disorder characterized by CHRONIC anxiety and worry, even when there is no cause for these feelings

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grief

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deep distress or sorrow over a loss

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holistic care

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a type of care that involves caring for the whole person- the mind as well as the body

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hospice care

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holistic, compassionate care given to people who have 6 months or less to live

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living will

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document that outlines the medical care a person wants, or does not want, in case she becomes unable to make those decisions

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OCD

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Obsessive compulsive disorder- an anxiety disorder characterized by obsessive behavior or thoughts, which may cause the person to repeatedly perform a behavior or routine

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panic disorder

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disorder characterized by a person having regular panic attacks or living with constant anxiety about having another attack

20
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phobia

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an intense irrational fear of or anxiety about an object, place, or situation

21
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postmortem care

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care of the body after death

22
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psychotherapy

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a method of treating mental health disorders that involves talking about one’s problems with mental health professionals

23
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PTSD

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post traumatic stress disorder- anxiety disorder caused by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic experience

24
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major depressive disorder

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depression- a mood disorder characterized by apathy, sadness, anxiety, sleeplessness, and irritability

25
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masturbation

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to touch or rub sexual organs in order to give oneself sexual pleasure

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palliative care

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care given to people who have serious diseases or who are dying that emphasizes relieving pain, controlling symptoms, and preventing side effects

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psychosocial needs

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needs that involve social interaction, emotions, intellect, and spirituality

28
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schizophrenia

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a type of psychotic disorder that causes problems with thinking, communication, and the ability to manage emotions, make decisions, and understand reality

29
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terminal illness

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a disease or condition that will eventually cause death