Definitions G

Question 1

Adaptive devices

Answer 1

Special equipment that helps an ill or disabled patient with ADLs

Question 2

Amputation

Answer 2

Surgical removal of a body part

Question 3

Basic restorative care

Answer 3

Care provided after resident’s highest possible functioning is restored following illness or injury

Question 4

Bladder/Bowel training

Answer 4

Measures taken to restore voiding and defecation with continence as the goal

Question 5

Defecation

Answer 5

Emptying rectum of feces

Question 6

Empathy

Answer 6

Being able to understand and identify with someone

Question 7

Enema

Answer 7

Introduction of liquid into colon to eliminate stool or stimulate bowel activity

Question 8

Fecal impaction

Answer 8

Prolonged retention and accumulation of stool in rectum

Question 9

Functional loss

Answer 9

Partial or complete loss of function of a body part

Question 10

Incontinence

Answer 10

Inability to control urination or defecation

Question 11

Orthotic device

Answer 11

Artificial device that replaces body part and helps with function and/or appearance

Question 12

Prosthetic device

Answer 12

Replacement device for lost body part

Question 13

Rehabilitation

Answer 13

Restoration of person’s highest possible functioning after illness/injury

Question 14

Supportive device

Answer 14

Special equipment that helps with movement

Question 15

Urination (Voiding)

Answer 15

Emptying of bladder