CNA (lesson 23-25) Flashcards
Amputation
The removal of some or all of a body part (normally from injury or disease)
Elastic/Compression Stockings
Stockings that decrease the blood pooling in the lower extremities. These stockings help with circulation in lower legs decreasing the chance for blood clots
Phantom Pain/ Sensation
The feeling like the limb is still there after the amputation due to the remaining nerve endings
Prothesis
Devices- devices that replaces a body part that is missing or deformed due to accident, injury, illness or birth defect
Antibiotic
a compound or substance that kills or slows down the growth of bacteria
Chemotherapy
Treatment of cancer with an antineoplastic drug or combination of drugs into a standardized treatment regimen. Normally entered intravenously
Hydration
The supply, retention, adequate water to keep one from dehydrating.
Intravenous
IV. Soft flexible tube that is inserted by a nurse of physician into the vein
Pain
an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience arising from potential tissue damage
Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC)
a soft, flexible catheter (tube) that is inserted by a specially train nurse or physician into a vein for administration of medication, total parenteral nutrition (TPN), chemotherapy, or blood products for an extended period of time.
IV pump
device to regulate the flow of fluid into the vein. The pump will alarm if there is a problem with flow. This must be managed by a license nurse
Total Parenteral Nutrition
no food if given by other routes, only intravenously
Vein
blood vessels that carry blood to the heart
Activity Therapy
increased activities with a goal
Agitation
restlessness; emotional state of excitement or restlessness
