Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care The Basics Chapter 2
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Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care The Basics Chapter 2
Communication
The process of exchanging information with others
Objective information
Subjective information
Incontinence
Based on what a person sees, hears, touches, or smells
Something a person cannot or did not observe
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Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care The Basics Chapter 2
Communication The process of exchanging information with others
Objective information Based on what a person sees, hears, touches, or smells
Subjective information Something a person cannot or did not observe
Incontinence The inability to control the bladder or bowels
Defense mechanisms Unconscious behaviors used to release tension or cope with stress; Denial,
projection, displacement, rationalization, repression, regression
Culture A system of learned behaviors, practiced by a group of people, that is considered to be
the tradition of that group and is passed on from one generation to the next
Impairment Loss of function or ability; it can be partial or complete loss
Mental health The normal functioning of emotional and intellectual abilities
Mental Illness a Disorder involving emotions and mental functions
Combative Violent or hostile behavior displayed by some residents
Body mechanics The way the parts of the body work together when a person moves
Posture The way a person holds and positions his body
Base of support The foundation that supports an object. The wider the support, the more stable
a person will be.
Center of gravity The point in the body where the most weight is concentrated
, Fracture A broken bone
Risk factors for falls Clutter, throw rugs, electrical cords, slippery or wet floors, uneven floors of
stairs, poor lighting, call lights out of reach or not promptly answered
Scalds Burns caused by hot liquids
Abrasion An injury that rubs off the surface of the skin
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration; a federal government agency that makes
rules to protect workers from hazards on the job
Conscious Mentally alert and having awareness of surroundings, sensations, and thoughts
Obstructed airway Something is blocking the tube through which air enters the lungs
Abdominal thrusts A method of attempting to remove an object from the airway of someone
who is chocking
Cyanotic Blue tinged skin
Shock Occurs when organs and tissues in the body do not receive an adequate blood supply. Can
be caused by bleeding, heart attach, severe infection, and falling blood pressure
Dyspnea Difficulty breathing
Hypoglycemia Low blood sugar. S&S include nervousness, dizziness, perspiration, weakness,
rapid pulse, headache, cold clammy skin, confusion, numbness of lips and tongue
DKA Diabetic Ketoacidosis - Caused by hyperglycemia. S&S include increased thirst and/or
urination, abdominal pain, deep or labored breathing, breath smells fruity, headache, rapid pulse,
dry skin, flushed cheeks, nausea and vomiting
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