short answer questions Flashcards
Describe nosocomial infections?
Are infections acquired in hospitals or other healthcare settings.
Define the term Febrile?
Relating to or affect by fever.
Define the term Rigors ?
Sudden feeling of coldness, accompanied by shivering and a rise in body temperature.
Define the term Diaphoresis ?
the process of sweating or excessive sweating.
Define the term Bradycardia ?
slowing of the heart rate (usually under 50 bpm)
Define the term Arrhythmia?
a condition where the heart beats with an irregular or abnormal rhythm.
Define the term Asepsis ?
the complete absence of bacteria,fungi ,viruses and other microorganisms that could cause disease.
Define the term Enteral ?
Of or relating to the intestinal tract.
Define the term Hyperglycaemic?
an excess of glucose in the bloodstream.
Define the term Asymptomatic?
not showing any symptoms of disease whether disease is present or not.
List examples of site and causes of HAI(healthcare-associated infections) (previously called nosocomial infections).
- infection of surgical wound
- urinary tract infection
- lower respiratory tract infections
- catheter infection
- skin and soft tissue infections
- gastroenteritis
- sinusitis and conjunctivitus
Define Afebrile?
without or not showing signs of fever
Define hypothermia?
reduction of body temperature below normal range.
Define hyperthermia
exceptionally high body temperature (41*C or above)
Define ventilation?
gas movement in and out of the lungs. (respiratory tract)
