Vocabulary 13A
Dysphagia
Difficulty swallowing
What type of mental illness is anorexia?
An eating disorder
nose, lungs, pharynx, larynx, trachea
an inanimate object that harbors a germ or parasite
Hallucination
see/hear/smell/touch/taste something that is not real
Give an example of sensory stimulation
hand massage, aromatherapy, lava lamp, relaxing music
Name a body part that is part of the integumentary system
skin, hair, sweat glands, oil glands, fingernails and toenails
Modifiable Risk Factors
Lifestyle choices that an individual has control over
Bradykinesia
slowed body movement
Give an example of reminiscence therapy
showing pictures, asking questions about the past
What does the endocrine system do?
Secretes hormones
Homeostasis
State in which internal body processes remain stable despite external variables
Elopement
A cognitively challenged resident leaving the protection of a home or facility unsupervised
What happens in early stage Alzheimers?
Difficulty remembering names or words, difficulty with challenging tasks, problems with organizing and planning
Arthritis affects which body system?
Musculoskeletal system
Holistic care
Type of care that ensures that the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are considered and addressed when caring for a resident
Flat affect
Visual lack of emotion
What is caregiver strain?
Physical and emotional toll of taking care of a loved one, can lead to neglect and abuse
The respiratory system
Epidermis
The outermost layer of skin