Definitions G

Question 1

Adaptive/assistive devices

Answer 1

Special equipment which helps a disabled or ill resident perform ADLs

Question 2

Amputation

Answer 2

Surgical removal of a body part

Question 3

Basic restorative care

Answer 3

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

Question 4

Bladder/bowel training

Answer 4

Measures taken to restore resident’s voiding and defecating functions with the goal of continence

Question 5

Defecation

Answer 5

Process of emptying rectum of feces

Question 6

Empathy

Answer 6

Ability to identify and understand the feelings of others

Question 7

Enema

Answer 7

Introduction of fluid into the colon to eliminate stool or stimulate bowel function

Question 8

Fecal impaction

Answer 8

Prolonged retention 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

Device that replaces a body part and helps with function and/or appearance

Question 12

Prosthetic device

Answer 12

Replacement device for a lost body part

Question 13

Rehabilitation

Answer 13

Restoration of resident’s highest possible function after illness or injury

Question 14

Supportive device

Answer 14

Special equipment which helps disabled or ill resident with movement

Question 15

Urination (voiding)

Answer 15

Process of emptying bladder