Terminology Flashcards
Aphasia
deterioration of language
Apraxia
Impaired motor function ability
Agnosia
Inability to recognize or name objects
Polydipsia
excessive thirst
polyuria
frequent urination
Alogia
poverty of content
Anhedonia
no pleasure from life
Apathy
indifference towards people, activities, & events
Catatonia
Immobility; client is motionless
Avolition
Absence of will or motivation
Delirium tremens
tremors, seizures grandmal, sweating, disorientation, hallucinations, hyperarousal
Alcohol withdrawal
tremors, sweating, tachycardia, hypertension, insomnia, anxiety, nausea/vomiting
Seizures occur withing first 48hrs
stupor
near-unconciousness
sedative, hypnotic & anxiolytic withdrawal
tremors, insomnia, anxiety, nausea, psychomotor agitation
Increased HR, BP, RR, & temp
psychomotor agitation
restlessness, tapping, shuffling, unable to sit still
Beneficence
Act to promote the good of others
Fidelity
maintaining loyalty & commitment to clients