QESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS WITH
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Advance directives - ANSWER-Legal documents that allow individuals to make decisions about their
medical care in advance
Health care proxy - ANSWER-A person designated to make medical decisions on behalf of another
individual
Living will - ANSWER-A legal document that outlines a person's preferences for medical treatment in
case they become unable to communicate
Oral statement - ANSWER-A spoken declaration of a person's wishes regarding medical treatment
Premenopausal - ANSWER-Referring to the period of time before menopause, during which a woman
still has regular menstrual periods
Papanicolaou test - ANSWER-A screening test for cervical cancer that involves collecting cells from the
cervix for examination
Breast self-examination - ANSWER-A technique for checking the breasts for lumps or other
abnormalities
Estrogen levels - ANSWER-The amount of estrogen hormone present in the body
BMI - ANSWER-Body Mass Index, a measure of body fat based on height and weight
Calorie intake - ANSWER-The amount of calories consumed in a day
,Abdominal girth - ANSWER-The measurement around the waist at the level of the navel
Blood pressure - ANSWER-The force of blood against the walls of the arteries
Peak flow meter - ANSWER-A handheld device used to measure how well air moves out of the lungs
Client's knowledge - ANSWER-The understanding a client has about the use of a peak flow meter
Video demonstration - ANSWER-A visual presentation showing how to use a peak flow meter
Observation - ANSWER-The act of watching a client use a peak flow meter to ensure proper technique
Importance of daily use - ANSWER-The significance of using a peak flow meter every day as prescribed
Oral care - ANSWER-The practice of cleaning and maintaining the mouth and teeth
Dentures - ANSWER-Artificial teeth and gums that replace missing natural teeth
Mouth sores - ANSWER-Painful ulcers or lesions in the mouth
Denture care - ANSWER-The proper cleaning and maintenance of dentures
Denture soaking - ANSWER-The process of placing dentures in a liquid solution for cleaning and
disinfection
Denture adhesive - ANSWER-A substance used to hold dentures in place
Sleeping with dentures - ANSWER-Wearing dentures while sleeping at night
,Denture rinsing - ANSWER-The act of cleaning dentures with water after meals
Ampule - ANSWER-A small, sealed glass container that holds a single dose of medication
Inject air - ANSWER-To introduce a small amount of air into the ampule before drawing medication
Diluent - ANSWER-A liquid used to dissolve or dilute a medication
Cleansing the tip - ANSWER-Wiping the top of the ampule with an alcohol swab to ensure cleanliness
Filter needle - ANSWER-A needle with a filter attached to remove particles from medication
Safety hazard - ANSWER-A condition or situation that poses a risk of harm or injury
Weight-sensitive sensor mat - ANSWER-A mat that detects changes in pressure and is used to monitor a
client's movement
Raised side rails - ANSWER-The protective barriers on the sides of a bed that can be raised or lowered
Capillary refill - ANSWER-The time it takes for color to return to the skin after it has been pressed
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation - ANSWER-A therapy that uses low-voltage electrical
currents to relieve pain
Acceptance of limb loss - ANSWER-The acknowledgment and willingness to adapt to the loss of a limb
Postoperative - ANSWER-Referring to the period of time after a surgical procedure
Below-the-knee amputation - ANSWER-The surgical removal of a limb below the knee joint
, Leg-related concerns - ANSWER-Thoughts or worries about the client's leg
Dressing change - ANSWER-The process of removing and replacing a wound dressing
Family's visit - ANSWER-The presence of the client's family members during a hospital visit
Blood pressure measurement - ANSWER-The act of determining the force of blood against the walls of
the arteries
Other arm - ANSWER-The opposite arm of the one initially used to measure blood pressure
Narrower cuff - ANSWER-A blood pressure cuff that is smaller in size
Faster deflation - ANSWER-Releasing the air from the blood pressure cuff more quickly
Antihypertension medication - ANSWER-A medication used to lower high blood pressure
Streptococcal pharyngitis - ANSWER-A bacterial infection that causes inflammation of the throat
Precautions - ANSWER-Measures taken to prevent the spread of infection or disease
Negative airglow - ANSWER-A room with a ventilation system that prevents the spread of airborne
pathogens
Fresh flowers and plants - ANSWER-Living or cut flowers and plants brought into a client's room
Surgical mask - ANSWER-A mask worn by healthcare providers to protect against the spread of infection