How do you move?
The way in which body parts (head, trunk, arms, and legs) are positioned in relation to one another, whether lying, sitting, or standing. Also known as posture
What is body alignment?
Turning the person as a unit in alignment with one motion, with care taken to prevent any twisting of the spinal column.
What is log-rolling?
The lack or absence of breathing
What is apnea?
Shortness of breath when lying in a flat or supine position; ability to breathe comfortably only when sitting or standing
What is orthopnea?
Items that have come into direct contact or a client who is receiving them can still pose potential serious health risks to others for up to 7 days after discontinuation of the medication. Examples of items include incontinence products, toileting surfaces, eating utensils, linen, and clothing.
What is cytotoxic contamination?
The area on which an object rests
What is base of support?
A type of fold done to the top layers of bedding which keeps the layers neat and in place.
What is a mitred corner?
When a portion of the lung collapses after mucus collects in a section of the airway, preventing air from entering that part of the lung
What is atelectasis?
A regulated professional who evaluates, treats, and maintains heart and lung function and helps the client to keep breathing
What is a respiratory therapist?
A microscopic fungal parasite.
What is mould?
The movement of the body. It ensures the body moves in an efficient and careful way
What is body mechanics?
The usual sleeping position.
What is flat position?
Slow breathing; respirations are fewer than 12 per minute.
Wha is bradypnea?
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Rapid breathing; respirations are 24 or more per minute.
What is tachypnea?
A decrease in size or wasting away of tissue
What is atrophy?
The point in the body in which weight is evenly distributed or balanced on either side
What is centre of gravity?
The head of the bed is lowered, and the foot of the bed is raised
What is the Trendelenburg position?
A technique that loosens thick, sticky mucus that is trapped in the lungs so it can move into the larger airways. It is done by holding the hands in a cupped position and clapping the client’s chest in a forceful but steady beat, moving from the distal areas of the chest toward the main bronchus
What is chest percussion?
A machine used to provide airflow into and out of the lungs.
Wha is a ventilator?
The study of the aging process.
What is gerontology?
A position whereby one foot is placed in front of the other foot, keeping both feet about a shoulder-width apart.
What is a lunge?
The head of the bed is raised, and the foot of the bed is lowered
What is reverse trendelenburg position?
Normal breathing
What is eupnea?
Mucus from the respiratory system that is expectorated (expelled) through the mouth
What is sputum?
The branch of medicine that provides care for older persons
What is geriatrics?