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Chapter 6 Flashcards

1
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refers to tasks that are concerned with the person’s body, appearance, and hygiene

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personal

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practice that keep bodies clean and healthy

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hygiene

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practices to care for oneself, such as caring for fingernails and hair

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grooming

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during the procedure, if the resident appears tired, the NA should?

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stop and take a short break

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5
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reduces the amount of blood that circulates to the skin

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immobility

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6
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areas of the body that bear much of the body weight

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pressure points

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7
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areas of the body where the bone lies close to the skin

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body prominences

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injuries or wounds that result from skin deterioration and shearing; also called pressure ulcers, pressure sores, bed sores, or decubitus ulcers

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pressure injuries

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rubbing or friction that results from the skin moving one way and the bone underneath it remaining fixed or moving in the opposite direction

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shearing

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10
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a yellow, tan, gray, green, or brown tissue that is usually moist

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slough

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dead tissue that is hard or soft in texture and black, brown, or tan, and may be similar to a scab

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eschar

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12
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how often should you reposition immobile residents

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at least every two hours

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13
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these materials prevent air from circulating, which causes the skin to sweat

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plastic and rubber materials

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14
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are used to keep the bed covers from resting on a resident’s legs and feet

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bed cradles or foot cradles

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15
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an extra sheet placed on top of the bottom sheet; used for moving residents in bed.

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draw sheet

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16
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a weakness of muscles in the feet and ankles that causes problems with the ability to flex the ankles and walk normally

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foot drop

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17
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a device that helps support and align a limb and improve its functioning; also called orthosis

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orthotic device

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18
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clothed covered or rubber items that keep the hand and/or fingers in a normal, natural position

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hand rolls

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19
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rolled towels or blankets used to keep a residents hips and legs from turning outward

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trochanter rolls

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20
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keeps hips in the proper position after hip surgery

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abduction pillows/wedges/splints/pads or hip wedges

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promotes health and wellbeing. it removes perspiration, dirt, oil, and dead skin cells from the skin. it helps to prevent skin irritation and body odor

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bathing

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22
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a bath given on days when a complete bed bath, tub bath, or shower is not done. it includes washing the face, hands, axillae, and perineum

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partial bath

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23
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axillae

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underarms

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24
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the genital and anal area

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perineum

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25
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the face, hands, underarms, and perineum should be washed…

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everyday

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26
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how to test the water temperature for resident?

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against the inside of your wrist to make sure it’s not too hot. Also have the resident test the water temperature

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27
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when should you change your gloves when bathing a resident?

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before perform perineal care

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28
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water temperature should be no higher than

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105 degrees

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29
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where should you not apply lotion?

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between the toes

30
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area around the penis and scrotum

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pubis

31
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helps relax tired muscles, relive pain, and increase circulation

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back rubs

32
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spine, shoulder, blades, hip bones

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bony areas

33
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removes dirt, bacteria, oils, and other materials from the hair

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shampooing

34
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a sturdy chair designed to be placed in a bathtub or shower

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a shower chair

35
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emery board

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nail file

36
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massage lotion on to entire foot EXCEPT

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between the toes

37
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an infestation of lice

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pediculosis

38
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tiny bugs that bite into the skin and suck blood to live and grow

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lice

39
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to help prevent the spread of lice

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combs, brushes, clothes, wigs, and hats should not be shared with anyone else

40
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hairstyles to avoid

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childish hairstyles

41
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a sharp blade, which comes with a special safety casing to help prevent cuts. this type of razor requires shaving cream or soap

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safety razor

42
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requires shaving cream or soap. it is discarded in a biohazard container for sharps after use

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disposable razor

43
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the safest and easiest type of razor to use. it doesn’t not require soap or shaving cream

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electric razor

44
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anticoagulant medication that helps prevent clots from forming in the blood

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blood thinners

45
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the weaker side

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affected or involved side

46
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which arm is placed through clothing first when getting dressed?

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the weaker arm

47
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when undressing which side should you start with first?

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the strongest side

48
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the delivery of medication, nutrition, or fluids through a vein

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Intravenous therapy (IV therapy)

49
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an obstruction of a blood vessel, usually a blood clot

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embolism

50
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care for the mouth, teeth, and gums, is done at least twice each day to clean the mouth

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oral care

51
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helps keep the mouth clean and moist and must be done at least every two hours

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regular oral care

52
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the inhalation of food, fluid, or foreign material into the lungs

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aspiration

53
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artificial teeth

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dentures

54
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residents who are unable to get out of bed to use the toilet may be given

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standard bedpan, a fracture pan, or urinal

55
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a bedpan that is flatter than the regular bedpan. it is used for residents who cannot assist with raising their hips onto a regular bedpan

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fracture pan

56
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should be positioned with the wider end aligned with the residents buttocks

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standard bedpan

57
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should be positioned with the handle toward the foot of bed

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fracture pan

58
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a chair with a toilet seat and a removable container underneath

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portable commode

59
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helping residents into positions that promote comfort and health

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positioning

60
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lying flat on the back

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supine

61
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lying on either side

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lateral

62
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lying on the stomach

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prone

63
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semi-sitting position

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fowler’s

64
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left side-lying position

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sims’

65
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moving a resident as a unit, without disturbing the alignment of the body

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logrolling

66
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to sit up on the side of the bed with the legs hanging over the side. this helps resident regain balance

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dangle

67
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the science of designing equipment, areas, and work tasks to make them safer and to suit the worker’s abilities

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ergonomics

68
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a safety device used to transfer residents who are weak, unsteady, or uncoordinated

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transfer belt

69
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may be used to help transfer resident who are unable to bear weight on their legs

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slide boards or transfer board

70
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hydraulic, power, or standing

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mechanical lifts

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