Systems
The system that filters and rids waste from the body
Turning every 2 hours, heal protectors & keeping skin clean and dry will prevent
What is skin breakdown
Alignment, base of support and coordination are also known as
What are the ABC's of body mechanics
When muscles have shortened causing joints to become frozen and stiff
What is contractures
This system protects internal organs from injury and aid in the potential of acquiring bacterial infections
What is the integumentary system
The elderly are at a high risk of fractures due to this bone disease
What is osteoporosis
Holding at the meatus while cleaning 4 inches from the meatus & using a clean area of the wash cloth is what skill
What is cath care for a female
During ADL's with Ms Betty that has significant respiratory issues, it is important to
What is allowing periods of rest during care
Having a sore that does not heal is one of the 7 warning signs of
What is cancer
When the immune system attacks tissues causing pain and redness with swelling with a butterfly look to the pattern seen on the face
What is lupus
What is the immune system
Proper ______ is a key part of pressure ulcer prevention
What is nutrition
Due to Bob having a weakened immune system, this needs to be provided for him
What is personal protective equipment
Blood pressure that consistently runs greater than 150/90
What is hypertension
Involuntary contractions that move food through the digestive system
What is peristalsis
When working with patients with an immune system disorder, the vital sign with a significant increase from normal that we expect to see and would report
What is temperature
What is immobility
Groups of organs that work together to perform special functions
What is systems
Control and message center of the body
What is the neurological system
Without securing a doctor's order, the NA secured a soft restraint to the patients left & right wrists while the resident is sitting in her wheelchair to keep her from falling if she tries to get up
This is a cell disorder
What is a tumor
Bob's cardiologist told him that the pumping action to both sides of his heart are not working correctly; you understand that he has a diagnosis of
What is congestive heart failure
Patients that have suffered this tend to become mentally confused very easy
What is a stroke
The patient is a 20 year smoker and has a barrel chest appearance
What is emphysema
Disorder of the endocrine system that effect's your ability to process carbohydrates
What is diabetes