Endocrine System
This hormone, produced by the pancreas, helps lower blood sugar levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells.
insulin
How do health care workers help support a person with a DHC?
DIPPS
This vital concept emphasizes the importance of maintaining emotional and mental well-being, including stress management techniques, for health care workers to provide quality care to clients.
self-care
what does DIPPS stand for?
Dignity, independence, preference, privacy, safety
What does FELOR stand for?
Face the person, eye contact, lean in, open posture, respond
This condition results when the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone, leading to symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, weight loss, and anxiety.
hyperthyroidism
This genetic condition, caused by an extra chromosome 21, is associated with intellectual disabilities and characteristic facial features.
down syndrome
This term describes the respectful, clear, and empathetic way that health care workers should communicate with patients and their families to ensure they understand the care being provided.
effective communication
This protective gear should be worn when dealing with patients who are potentially contagious, including gloves, gowns, and face protection.
PPE
This is the basic act of assisting a patient with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and eating.
ADLs
This type of diabetes occurs when the body cannot properly use insulin and is often associated with obesity and inactivity.
type 2 diabetes
This condition involves deficits in the ability to communicate, understand social cues, and engage in repetitive behaviors, typically diagnosed in childhood and part of the neurodevelopmental disorders group.
autism spectrum disorder
This principle ensures that clients' privacy is respected, and their health information is kept confidential, in line with laws such as HIPAA.
confidentiality
These devices are used to help patients with mobility issues to walk and prevent falls.
mobility aids
This is the most common method of preventing the spread of infections in health care settings.
hand hygiene
This condition, characterized by excessive thirst and urination, is often seen in individuals with uncontrolled diabetes.
polyuria
This genetic condition is the most common inherited cause of intellectual disability and is characterized by repetitive behaviors, social anxiety, and difficulty with communication, often diagnosed in childhood.
fragile x syndrome
This legal concept guarantees that patients are informed about their care, the risks involved, and the right to refuse treatment.
informed consent
Care provided for families to allow a break to prevent caregiver burnout.
Respite care
This term refers to the ability of an HCA to adjust their care to the patient's individual needs, preferences, and cultural background.
person-centered care
This condition, resulting from excessive cortisol production, can lead to symptoms like weight gain, high blood pressure, and a rounded face.
Cushing's syndrome
This condition, caused by brain damage or abnormal brain development before or during birth, affects movement, muscle coordination, and balance.
In this approach, a team of health care professionals from various disciplines works together to ensure the best outcome for the patient.
interdisciplinary teamwork
What does BESTSHOT stand for and what is it related to?
related to skin integrity
Buttocks, Elbows/ears, Sacrum, Trochanters (hips), Spine/shoulders, Heels, Occipital area, Toes
This term refers to a stage in Kübler-Ross’s model of grief, in which the individual feels a sense of disbelief or resistance to the reality of the situation.
denial