Diseases
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Bathing
Oral Care
Denture Removal
100

Type of disease that lasts longer than 6 months.

Chronic

100

Known as high blood pressure. When systolic pressure is higher that 130 mmHg and diastolic pressure is higher than 80 mmHG.

hypertension

100

What temperature should bath water be?

98.6-115 F

100

What type of tooth brush should be used

soft bristle

100

When removing dentures, which should be removed first? upper or lower? 

to remove: first remove the upper then the lower

200

Disease that has a sudden onset such as the flu.

acute

200

Chronic disorder that results in the heart not being able to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs. (Hint: can be left or right sided)

heart failure

200

What is the term? Actions include closing the door, pulling the curtain closed and keeping the patient covered with a bath towel.

privacy

200

Teeth should be cleansed from _____ to ______

back to the front

200

When replacing dentures, which is replaced first?

Replacing: first replace lower then upper

300

Disease that is caused by a pathogen entering the body.

infectious

300

This type of heart failure results in fluids backing up into the lungs.

left sided heart failure

300
(What is the term?) Includes ensuring the patient is wearing nonslip slippers, never leaving the patient alone when bathing, keeping the call light within reach, keeping the bedrail up on the opposite side during a bed bath and covering IV sites to ensure it remains dry.

Safety

300

When assisting with oral care you should use a ______ motion.

circular

300

If the patient is unconscious, what position should you place them in to perform oral care?

On their side 

400

A disease that lasts longer than 6 months and usually requires medication. Example: atherosclerosis or hypertension.

chronic

400

Type of heart failure that results in fluids building uo in the extremities. (Edema to legs, arms)

right sided heart failure

400

When bathing a patient, what areas should be cleansed first? Which areas should be cleansed last? 

first= cleanest

last= dirtiest

400

What is the angle for holding a toothbrush?

45 degree angle

400

Red, irritated gums, sores, pus, fowl odor or fruity breath should be reported to the ________.

nurse

500

A disease that is due to the aging process. When tissues in the body wear down. Example: arthritis 

degenerative

500

Disease categorized as type 1 or 2 that affects blood glucose levels.

diabetes

500

When giving a bed bath, what technique should be used when drying the patient?

Do not rub the skin. should use a patting motion.

500

Supplies for oral care

toothbrush, toothpaste, water, emesis basin, dental floss, washcloth and towel

500

True of False: You should use boiling hot water to clean dentures.

False: lukewarm water should be used.

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