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Aerobic bacteria

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microorganisms that require oxygen to live

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Anaerobic bacteria

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microorganisms that exist without oxygen

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Antimicrobial agents

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are chemicals that destroy or suppress the growth of infectious microorganisms

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Antiseptics

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chemicals such as alcohol that inhibit the growth of, but do not kill, microorganisms

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Asepsis

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practices that decrease or eliminate infectious agents, their reservoirs, and vehicles for transmission

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aseptic techniques

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measures that reduce or eliminate microorganisms

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biologic defense mechanisms

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anatomic or physiologic methods that stop microorganisms from causing an infectious disorder

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broad-spectrum antibiotics

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those prescribed to eliminate a wide range of bacteria

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Carriers

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asymptomatic clients or animals who harbor pathogens but do not show evidence of an infectious disease

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chain of infection

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the sequence that enables the spread of disease-producing microorganisms

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communicable diseases

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diseases that can be transmitted to other people

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Community-acquired infections

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infections that are not present or incubating prior to care provided by health care

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Concurrent disinfection

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measures that keep the client environment clean on a daily basis

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Contagious diseases

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diseases that can spread rapidly among individuals in close proximity to each other

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Disinfectants

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chemicals that destroy active microorganisms but not spores

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exit route

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is how microorganisms escape from the original reservoir

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fomites.

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Nonliving reservoirs are called…

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Hand antisepsis

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means the removal and destruction of transient microorganisms without soap and water. It involves products such as alcohol-based liquids, thick gels, and foams

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Hand hygiene

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refers to removing surface contaminants on the skin by either hand washing or hand antisepsis

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Hand washing

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is a medical aseptic practice that involves cleaning the hands with soap, water, and friction to mechanically remove dirt and organic substances

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health care–associated infections

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infections acquired while a person is receiving care in a health care agency

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means of transmission

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is how infectious microorganisms move to other locations.
contact, droplet, airborne, vehicle, and vector

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Medical asepsis

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practices that confine or reduce the numbers of microorganisms

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Microorganisms

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living animals or plants visible only through a microscope, are commonly called “microbes” or “germs

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Nonpathogens

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normal flora (harmless, beneficial microorganisms

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opportunistic infections

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infectious disorders among people with compromised health

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pathogens

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microorganisms that cause illness

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portal of entry

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is where microorganisms find their way onto or into a new host

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reservoir

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is a place where microbes grow and reproduce, providing a haven for their survival

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resident microorganisms

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generally, nonpathogens constantly present on the skin

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spore

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is a temporarily inactive microbial life form that can resist heat and destructive chemicals and can survive without moisture

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Sterile field

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work area free of microorganisms

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Sterile techniques

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include practices that avoid contaminating microbe-free items

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Sterilization

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consists of physical and chemical techniques that destroy all microorganisms, including spores

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Surgical asepsis

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refers to those measures that render supplies and equipment totally free of microorganisms

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Surgical hand antisepsis

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previously referred to as a surgical scrub, is a medically aseptic hand hygiene procedure that is performed before donning sterile gloves and garments when the nurse is actively involved in an operative or obstetric procedure

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susceptible host

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the last link in the chain of infection, is one whose biologic defense mechanisms are weakened in some way

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Terminal disinfection

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is more thorough than concurrent disinfection and consists of measures used to clean a client’s environment after discharge

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transient microorganisms

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pathogens picked up during brief contact with contaminated reservoirs

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viral load

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the number of viral copies

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Viral replication

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multiplication or copying of viruses

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virulence

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the ability to overcome the immune system

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Airborne precautions

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infection control measures that reduce the risk for transmitting pathogens that remain infectious over long distances when suspended in the air

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colonization

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a condition in which microorganisms are present, but the host does not manifest any signs or symptoms of infection

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communicable diseases

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when they are transmitted from one source to another by infectious bacteria or viral organisms

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community-acquired infections

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those that are not present or incubating prior to care provided by health care providers

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Contact precautions

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are measures used to block the transmission of pathogens by direct or indirect contact

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Contagious diseases

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are communicable diseases that can spread rapidly among individuals in close proximity to each other

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Double bagging

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is an infection control measure in which one bag of contaminated items, such as trash or laundry, is placed within another

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Droplet precautions

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measures that block transmission of infectious pathogens within moist droplets larger than 5 microns that are present in respiratory secretions or mucous membranes

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health care–associated infections (HCAIs)

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that are acquired within a health care facility

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hyperendemic infections

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infections that are highly infectious in all age groups

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Infection

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is a condition that results when microorganisms cause injury to a host

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Infection control precautions

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are physical measures designed to curtail the spread of infectious diseases

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Infectious diseases

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are spread by pathogens or toxins among susceptible individuals

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N95 respirator

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which is individually fitted for each caregiver, can filter particles 1 micron (smaller than a millimeter) with an efficiency of 95% or more, provided the device fits the face snugly

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personal protective equipment (PPE)

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like garments that block the transfer of pathogens from one person, place, or object to oneself or others; and safe injection practices

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powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR)

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is an alternative if a caregiver has not been fitted with an N95 respirator or has facial hair or a facial deformity that prevents a tight seal with an N95 respirator

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Respiratory hygiene/cough etiquette

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refers to infection control measures used at the first point of an encounter with clients, family, or friends of persons with signs of illness suggesting an undiagnosed transmissible respiratory infection

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Safe injection practices

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infection control measures that prevent the transmission of blood-borne pathogens through the use of aseptic techniques involving the preparation and administration of parenteral medications

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Standard precautions

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infection control measures for reducing the risk of transmission among all clients, regardless of suspected or confirmed infection status

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Transmission-based precautions

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measures for controlling the spread of highly transmissible or epidemiologically important infectious agents from clients when the known or suspected route(s) of transmission is (are) not completely interrupted using standard precautions alone

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24-hour specimen

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a collection of all urine produced in a full 24-hour period

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Anuria

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means the absence of urine or a volume of 100 mL or less in 24 hours

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bedpan

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a seat-like container for elimination

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Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs)

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infections acquired by those with indwelling urinary catheters, especially with those that are in place for a prolonged period of time

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Catheter care

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hygiene measures used to keep the meatus and adjacent area of the catheter clean

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Catheter irrigation

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flushing the lumen of a catheter

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Catheterization

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the act of applying or inserting a hollow tube

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clean-catch specimen

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is a voided sample of urine considered sterile and is sometimes called a midstream specimen because of the way it is collected

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closed drainage system

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a device used to collect urine from a catheter

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commode

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a chair with an opening in the seat under which a receptacle is placed

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Continence training

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to restore the control of urination involves teaching the client to refrain from urinating until an appropriate time and place

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Continuous irrigation

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the ongoing instillation of solution

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Credé maneuver

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act of bending forward and applying hand pressure over the bladder to stimulate urination

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Cutaneous triggering

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the act of lightly massaging or tapping the skin above the pubic area to stimulate urination

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Dysuria

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is difficult or uncomfortable voiding and a common symptom of trauma to the urethra or a bladder infection

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external catheter

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also known as a condom catheter (a urine-collecting device applied to the skin

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Fenestrated drape

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one with an open circle at its center

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Frequency

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the need to urinate often

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Incontinence

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is the inability to control either urinary or bowel elimination and is abnormal after a person has achieved earlier continence

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Nocturia

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nighttime urination

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Oliguria

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urine output less than 400 mL in 24 hours, indicates the inadequate elimination of urine

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pelvic floor muscle exercises

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(Kegel exercises), which are isometric exercises to improve the ability to retain urine within the bladder; Pelvic floor muscle exercises strengthen and tone the pubococcygeal and levator ani muscles used voluntarily to hold back urine and intestinal gas or stool

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peristomal skin

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the skin around the stoma

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Polyuria

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means greater-than-normal urinary elimination and may accompany minor dietary variations

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Residual urine

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or more than 50 mL of urine that remains in the bladder after voiding, can support the growth of microorganisms, leading to infection

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stasis

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a lack of movement

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straight catheter

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is a urine drainage tube inserted but not left in place. It drains urine temporarily or provides a sterile urine specimen

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urgency

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a strong feeling that urine must be eliminated quickly

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urinal

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is a cylindrical container for collecting urine. It is more easily used by males

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urinary diversion

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one or both ureters are surgically implanted elsewhere

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Urinary elimination

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the process of releasing excess fluid and metabolic wastes

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urinary retention

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in which the client produces urine but does not release it from the bladder

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urine

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fluid within the bladder

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urostomy

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a urinary diversion that discharges urine from an opening on the abdomen

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voided specimen

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is a sample of fresh urine collected in a clean container

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voiding reflex

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the spontaneous relaxation of the urinary sphincter in response to physical stimulation

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cystectomy

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surgical removal of part of the bladder

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Cystitis

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inflammation of the bladder

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cystolitholapaxy

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Procedure by which bladder stones are removed through the transurethral route using a stone-crushing instrument (lithotrite). This procedure is suitable for small and soft stones and is performed under general anesthesia

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cystostomy

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temporary or permanent creation of an opening into the bladder to allow drainage of urine

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diverticulum

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weakening and outpouching of the bladder wall

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fulguration

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removal of small, superficial bladder tumors through coagulation with a transurethral resectoscope

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incontinence

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Involuntary loss of urine

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interstitial cystitis

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painful bladder syndrome (PBS) is a chronic inflammation of the bladder mucosa, causing pain in the bladder and surrounding pelvic region

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neurogenic bladder

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a bladder that does not receive adequate nerve stimulation

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residual urine

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urine retained in the bladder after the client voids

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retention

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is the inability to urinate or effectively empty the bladder

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stricture

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narrowing

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suprapubic cystostomy tube

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a catheter inserted through the abdominal wall directly into the bladder

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urethritis

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inflammation of the urethra

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urethroplasty

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surgical repair of the urethra

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urinary diversion

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redirection of urine either to an external or an internal collecting system

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Urosepsis

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serious systemic infection from microorganisms in the urinary tract that invade the bloodstream

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Acupressure

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is a technique that involves tissue compression rather than needles to reduce pain

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Acupuncture

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is a pain management technique in which long, thin needles are inserted into the skin at precise points

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Acute pain

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discomfort that has a short duration

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adjuvants

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drugs that assist in accomplishing the desired effect of a primary drug

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analgesic

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a pain-relieving drug

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biofeedback

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a client learns to control or alter a physiologic phenomenon as an adjunct to traditional pain management

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bolus or loading dose

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a larger dose of drug administered initially or when pain is exceptionally intense

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chronic pain

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discomfort that lasts longer than 6 months

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complementary and alternative medical (CAM) therapy

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methods used in addition to conventional medical treatment, known as integrative medicine

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controlled substances

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drugs that have prescription and dispensing that are regulated by federal law because they have the potential for being abused

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Cordotomy

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refers to the interruption of pain pathways in the spinal cord. The surgical procedure in which bundles of nerves are severed has all but been replaced by a percutaneous approach in the area of cervical vertebrae

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Cutaneous pain

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discomfort that originates at the skin level, is a commonly experienced sensation resulting from some form of trauma

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Distraction

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is the intentional diversion of attention to switch the person’s focus from an unpleasant sensory experience to one that is neutral or more pleasant

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endogenous opioids

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endorphins, dynorphins, and enkephalins (or exogenous opioids like morphine)—that modulate pain. can bind with neurotransmitters

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equianalgesic dose

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an oral dose that provides the same level of pain relief as a parenteral dose

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fifth vital sign

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check and document the client’s pain every time he or she assesses the client’s other vital signs

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Hypnosis

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is a therapeutic technique in which a person enters a trance-like state resulting in an alteration in perception and memory

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Imagery

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means using the mind to visualize an experience and sometimes is referred to as intentional daydreaming

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Intractable pain

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pain unresponsive to other methods of pain management

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Intraspinal analgesia

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is a method of relieving pain by instilling an opioid or local anesthetic through a catheter into the subarachnoid or epidural space of the spinal cord

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lockout

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Once a dose is delivered, the client cannot administer another dose for a specified amount of time; this period, known as a lockout

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malingerer

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someone who pretends to be sick or in pain

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Meditation

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involves concentrating on a word or idea that promotes tranquility or often the breath

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Modulation

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is the last phase of pain impulse transmission during which the brain interacts with the spinal nerves in a downward fashion to subsequently alter the pain experience

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Neuropathic pain

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is often described as a shooting or burning pain. Phantom limb

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neuropeptides

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noxious chemicals released from damaged tissue, such as substance P, serotonin, histamine, and arachidonic acid, which is metabolized into prostaglandin, acetylcholine, and others

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nociceptors

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sensory nerve receptors activated by around 20 neuropeptides. Nociceptors are located throughout the skin, bones, joints, muscles, and internal organs

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Nonopioids

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nonnarcotic drugs

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Opioids

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narcotic drugs; synthetic narcotics

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Pain

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is an unpleasant sensation usually associated with disease or injury

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Pain management

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techniques for preventing, reducing, or relieving pain

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pain threshold

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the point at which sufficient pain-transmitting stimuli reach the brain

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Pain tolerance

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the amount of pain a person endures

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Patient-controlled analgesia (PCA)

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is an intervention that allows clients to self-administer opioid pain medication through use of an infusion device

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Perception

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the conscious experience of discomfort

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percutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (PENS)

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a pain management technique involving a combination of acupuncture needles and Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)

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placebo

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is an inactive substance or treatment used as a substitute for an analgesic drug or conventional therapeutic measure

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Referred pain

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discomfort perceived in a general area of the body, usually away from the site of stimulation

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Relaxation

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is a technique for releasing muscle tension and quieting the mind, which helps reduce pain, relieve anxiety,
and promote a sense of well-being.

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Rhizotomy

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refers to the surgical sectioning of a nerve root close to the spinal cord. This prevents sensory impulses from entering the spinal cord and traveling to the brain

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Somatic pain

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discomfort generated from deeper connective tissue) develops from injury to structures such as muscles, tendons, and joints

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suffering

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which is the emotional component of pain

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Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)

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a medically prescribed pain management technique that delivers bursts of electricity to the skin and underlying nerves, is an intervention nurses can implement

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Transduction

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refers to the conversion of chemical information at the cellular level into electrical impulses that move toward the spinal cord

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Transmission

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is the phase during which stimuli move from the peripheral nervous system toward the brain

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Visceral pain

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discomfort arising from internal organs

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