Chapter 38 Flashcards
1
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Disability
A
Any lost, absent, or impaired physical or mental function
2
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Prosthesis
A
An artificial replacement for a missing body part
3
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Rehabilitation
A
The process of restoring the person to his or her highest possible level of physical, psychological, social, and economic function. Starts when a person first seeks health care.
4
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Restorative aide
A
A nursing assistant with special training in restorative care and rehabilitation skills
5
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Restorative nursing care
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Care that helps persons regain health, strength, and independence
6
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chronic problem
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long course, not cured with treatment
7
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ADL’s include
A
bathing, oral hygiene, dressing, eating, elimination and moving about
