Terminology Flashcards
1
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Approximation
A
Skin at edge of wound “glued” together.
2
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Sim’s Position
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Pt on side with upper knee drawn forward and resting on bed. (used for perineum and anal assessment)
3
Q
REEDA (to evaluate healing)
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Redness Edema Ecchymosis Discharge Approximation
4
Q
A deep linear separation of the skin that extends into the dermis.
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Fissure
5
Q
Loss of superficial epidermis. It is moist and may bleed.
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Erosion
6
Q
Loss of epidermis and dermis and may bleed
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Ulcer
7
Q
Dried residue (serum, pus, blood) on the skin
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Crust
8
Q
Lateral movement of a body part towards the midline
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Adducttion
9
Q
Lateral movement of a body part away from the midline of the body.
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Abduction
10
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Turning in a circular motion.
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Circumduction
11
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To straighten a joint.
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Extension
12
Q
To bend a joint
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Flexation
13
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Nursing Process
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ADPIE
Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation
14
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1 inch = _____ cm
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1 inch = 2.5 cm
15
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MAR
A
Medication Administration Record
