Chapter 18 - Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care: Long-Term Care 4th Edition Already Passed

Chapter 18 - Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care: Long-Term Care 4th Edition Already Passed acute illness an illness that has rapid onset, is usually short-term, and is treated immediately. chronic illness a disease or condition that is long-term or long-lasting and requires management of symptoms. scabies a contagious skin infection caused by a tiny mite burrowing into the skin, where it lays eggs; causes intense itching and a skin rash that may look like thin burrow tracks. shingles a skin rash caused by the varicella- zoster virus (VZV) that causes pain, tingling, itching, and a rash of fluid-filled blisters. wound a type of injury to the skin. dermatitis an inflammation of the skin causing swollen, reddened, irritated, and itchy skin. inflammation swelling. arthritis a general term that refers to inflammation of the joints, causing stiffness, pain, and decreased mobility. autoimmune illness an illness in which the body's immune system attacks normal tissue in the body. osteoarthritis a common type of arthritis that usually affects the hips, knees, fingers, thumbs, and spine; also called degenerative joint disease or degenerative arthritis. rheumatoid arthritis a type of arthritis in which joints become red, swollen, and very painful, resulting in restricted movement and possible deformities. osteoporosis a condition in which bones become porous and brittle, causing them to break easily. closed fracture a broken bone that does not break the skin. open fracture a broken bone that penetrates the skin;