Quiz 1 Terms Flashcards
Activities of daily living (ADL)
any activity that’s performed in ones life on a daily basis
Abandonment
Leaving resident unattendent
Admission
Process of checking a resident into the facility
Advance directive
A document that designates the resident’s wishes in the event that he/she is unable to speak for himself/herself
Ambulatory
Able to walk
Battery
Unlawful application of force to the person of another
Confidential
Personal; not known to others
Consent
Permission granted voluntarily by a person in his/her (sound/clear) mind
Dependent
Unable to care for one’s self
Discharge
The resident goes to another facility, home, or relative, or die
Hygiene
Personal cleanliness
Independent
Self-reliant
Intermediate Care Facility
Basic nursing care provided 24 hours a day
Mobility
Ability to move
Range of motion
Movement of a joint