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Parapeligia

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is paralysis in the lower extremities or lower part of the body and is caused by a spinal cord injury.

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Oropharynx

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The middle part of the Pharynx behind the oral cavity. Receives air and food from the mouth

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Parts of the tongue

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The tongue is a mass of muscle tissue with projections called papillae. They contain taste buds. There are four tastes. Sweet and salty are at the tip of the tongue FINISH

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Pelvic Cavity

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Contains the lower part of the large intestine, and reproductive organs.

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Pia mater

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One of the meninges. Is a tight membrane around the brain

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Popliteal pulse site

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In the back of the knee

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Pyloric sphincter

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A muscular circle at the bottom of the stomache that stops food from going back into it.

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Quadriceps femoris

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Located in the front of the thigh and extends the leg. An injection site

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Quadriplegia

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is paralysis of the arms,

legs, and body below the spinal cord injury.

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Red marrow

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Is found in the ribs, cranium, sternum, and vertebrae, and the proximal ends of the humerus and the femur.It produces red blood cells (erythrocytes), platelets (thrombocytes), and some white blood cells (leukocytes).

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Routs for taking temperature

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Oral, rectal, axillary, temporal, auditory,

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Sacral vertebrae

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There is only one set of this type of vertebrae, and it is at the back of the pelvic girdle

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Sclera

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Outermost layer of the eye. A tough connective tissue

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Sinuses

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are air spaces in the bones of the skull that act as resonating chambers for the voice. They are lined with mucous membranes.

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Tendons

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Tough, strong, fibrous connective tissue cords that connect skeletal muscles to bone.

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Thoracic cavity

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is located in the chest and contains the esophagus, trachea, bronchi, lungs, heart, and large blood vessels.

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Thoracic vertebrae

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Attached to the dorsal side of the body. From T1-T12

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Thrombophlebitis

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When a clot forms in a vessel.

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Tibialis anterior

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In the front of the leg. Flexes and inverts the foot

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Trachea

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is a tube extending from the larynx to the center of the chest. It carries air between the pharynx and the bronchi.

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Transverse plane

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Plane that divides the body into an upper and lower half

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Valves of the heart. And location

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The tricuspid valve is located between the right atrium and the right ventricle. The pulmonary valve is located between the right ventricle and the pul-monary artery, The mitral valve is located between the left atrium and left ventricle.The aortic valve is located between the left ventricle and the aorta, the largest artery in the body.

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Varicose veins

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Swollen veins that stick out. They have lost their elasticity

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Ventral /anterior

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Can be used to describe the front of the person

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Visceral muscle
Or smooth muscle is found in the organs of the body in the digestive system, Respiratory system, blood vessels, and eyes. These contract to create movement in these organs.
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Voluntary muscles
Muscles that are used with a conscious effort
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Vulva
is the collective name for the structures that form the external female genital area
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Electrocardiogram
are used to diagnose arrhythmias.
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What is HIPPA
Stands for: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. States that if one has access to health information he/she is obliged to keep that info confidential.
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Phlebitis
Inflammation of a vein, usually in the leg
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Yellow marrow
is mainly a storage area for fat cells. Yellow | marrow also contains cells that form leukocytes,
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When should you use PPE( personal protective equipment )
Gloves should be used for contact with blood, or body fluids, or infectious material, or non intact skin. Gowns should be worn when during procedures and while giving personal care if splashing/ spraying of blood , or body fluids or possibility for contact with any infectious material.masks/ goggles/ eye shields should be worn during procedures that are likely to cause splashes of body fluids.
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When should you wear safety goggles
When there is a possibility for splashing of blood or other body fluids
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Portal of exits
Means for a pathogen to leave the host. Through break in skin, blood, respiratory, gastrointestinal, urinary, reproductive tracts
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Reservoir
Place where pathogen lives and grows
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Respiratory system
This system is responsible for taking in oxygen, a gas needed by all body cells, and removing carbon dioxide, a gas that is a metabolic waste product produced by the cells when the cells convert food into energy.
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Slander
Any comment or remark that may harm an individuals reputation.
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What influences the color of blood
When hemoglobin in the blood carries oxygen it is red, but when it contains less oxygen and more carbon dioxide it is blue.
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Repression
Defense mechanism that helps relieve stress by blocking painful thoughts or feelings from entering the mind
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Rationalization
Defense mechanism used to relieve stress that makes an excuse to justify a behavior
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Workers compensation
A health care insurance plan providing treatment for an employee due to sickness or injury in the workplace
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Willingness to learn
Because of consultant changes in the health care field it is important to stay open to learning. This is a good characteristic for health care workers
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Withdrawal
Defense mechanism where individual ceases to communicate or physically removes self from a situation
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What is mental development
Refers to intellectual development and includes learning how to solve problems , make judgment, and deal with situations.
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What is Medicare
is the federal health insurance program for people who are 65 or older, certain younger people with disabilities, and people with End-Stage Renal Disease
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Positron emission tomography (PET)
is a specialized radiology procedure used to examine various body tissues to identify certain conditions. PET may also be used to follow the progress of the treatment of certain conditions.
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Prejudice
A communication barrier. It may be a judgement without understanding how that patient feels or with out full understanding of the situation
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Process technician
Working under the supervision of biological scientists or research physicians , operate and monitor the operation process of the equipment , assess quality control of finished product, and enforce environmental and safety regulations
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Projection
Defense mechanism in which an individual places the blame for their own actions on someone else or the circumstances
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Protozoa
Microscopic one called animals often found in decayed materials and contaminated water
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Rickettsiae
Parasitic microorganisms which means they can't live outside the cells of another living organism. Found commonly in fleas, ticks, mice
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Sartorius
Front of thigh Abducts thigh, fl exes leg
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Sensitivity
Ability to recognize and appreciate the personalities of others
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Sociologist
Specializes in the study of social behavior. It's origins, it's development
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Spirituality
Individualized and personal set of beliefs and practices that evolve throughout an individuals life
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Stages if bed sores
Stage one: not open wounds area may be red.Stage 2: skin tears creating ulcers. Śtage 3: expands into the tissue. Stage 4. Is very deep. Down to muscle and bone
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Sterilization
Process that results in total destruction of all microorganisms
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Stereotyping
Assuming that everyone in a particular group is the same
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Suppression
Defense mechanism used by an individual who is aware of bad feelings, but refuses to deal with them
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A transient ischemic attack (TIA)
is when blood flow to a part of the brain stops for a brief period of time. A person will have stroke-like symptoms for up to 24 hours, but in most cases for 1 - 2 hours.
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Disinfection
Louis Pasteur developed the germ theory, pasteurization
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Tuberculosis
an infectious bacterial disease characterized by the growth of nodules (tubercles) in the tissues, especially the lungs.
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Tympanic membrane
separates the outer ear from the middle ear. It vibrates when sound waves hit it and transmits the sound waves to the middle ear.
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Ultrasonic unit
Piece of equipment that cleans witch sound waves.
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Ultrasonography
Noninvasive , computerized scanning technique that uses high- frequency sound waves to create pictures of body parts
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Emedicine
eMedicine is an online clinical medical knowledge base that was founded in 1996 by two medical doctors, Scott Plantz and Richard Lavely. The website is searchable by keyword and consists of approximately 6,800 articles, each of which is associated with one of 62 clinical subspecialty textbooks.
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Use of internet in healthcare
Because of this. Organ transplants happen, and workers can use it to find information
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Use if telemedicine
Use of video , audio, and computer systems to provide medical or health care services
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Use of telepharmacies
Allow rapid dispensing of medications. Prescriptions are sent electronically to a computerized dispensing unit, which is then mailed.
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Vegetarian diet by spiritual group
Hindu
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Viruses
Smallest microorganisms, visible only by using microscope. Spread from human to human by blood and other body secretions. Difficult to kill. Could be: common cold, measles, mumps, chicken pox, herpes,warts, influenza, polio
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Visceral
Or smooth muscles can be found in the organs of the body. In digestive and respiratory systems, blood vessels and the eyes. Contract to create movement in these organs
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What is Medicaid
Government program that provides medical care for people who's income is below a certain level.
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What is Medicare
Governments program that provides medical care for the elderly or disabled
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When do you call EMS for CPR
You call the EMS right after you have cleared the scene and checked the victims pulse
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Signs of abuse
Unexplained bruises, fractures ,burns, or injuries. Signs of neglect like poor personal hygiene, irrational fears or change in personality, aggressive or withdrawn behavior. Patient statements that indicate abuse or neglect
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Use Networkings
Computers can be linked together by cables and or telephone lines. A network can be three of four computers linked together through cables and or telephone lines. The internet is the ultimate networking system.
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Types of beds you make and why
Closed bed:the bed is not being used. open bed: the resident is still occupying the bed
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Reality orientation
A cognitive impairment where the patient is un aware of time or enviornment
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Purpose of cover letter
The purpose of the cover letter is the help the employer fill in the gaps from the resume. They can learn what kind of person you are and how you work.
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Signs of shock
Skin is pale or blue. Skin is cool to the touch. Diaphoresis, or excessive respiration, pulse is rapid, respirations are rapid, shallow or irregular, blood pressure is very low, victim experiences general weakness, then listless.
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Treatment for convulsions
Anticonvulsant drugs are effective in controlling epilepsy
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What is a resume
A resume is a brief summary of your experiences, educational background, and relevant skills that highlights your qualifications for jobs, internships, specialized programs, or positions.The purpose of a resume is to get an interview. A resume is like an advertisement: it must attract attention, create interest, and generate action on the part of the reader.
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Therapeutic diet with exchange lists
Diabetic diet
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Start of public health
During the time of Aristotle 1200bc-200bc people stressed cleanliness and diet to prevent diseases
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Ways to avoid cultural differences
Do not e prejudiced, or judge people by their choices even if they are different from yours
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What to do with damage materials
It is important to report damaged materials

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