MICROORGANISMS AND ASEPSIS
one-celled microorganisms; may be found singularly or in chains
What is Bacteria
laws that govern crimes or wrongs committed against society, an individual, or property in violation of an ordinance
What is criminal law
a mobile chair with adjustable or nonadjustable footrests and brakes
What is wheelchair
patient lies on back with arms to the sides
What is supine
encapsulated bacteria in an inactive or resting state
What is Spores
a wrongful civil act committed against an individual for which compensation is sought
What is tort
the common acts performed during a person's normal day
What is activities of daily living
patient lies on stomach
What is prone
ways microorganisms enter the body
What is portals of entry
an MA publicly criticizes a physician's diagnostic skills
when the tips of both crutches and one leg are advancing at the same time.
What is three-point gait
patient lies on left side with left leg slightly flexed and left arm behind body
What is sims'
Ringworm or tinea corporis is an example of this
What is fungus
a statement, usually from a professional group, listing the expected behaviors of its members
What is code of ethics
adaptation of the environment and use of techniques and equipment to prevent injury
What is ergonomics
patient lies face up on table with upper body elevated to a 90-degree angle
What is fowler
chemical cleaning agent used on the skin to remove bacteria
What is antiseptic
meaning "the thing speaks for itself"
What is res ipsa loquitur
measurement of degrees of joint motion using a goniometer
What is goniometry
patient lies on stomach and the exam table is inverted with head lowered and knees at a 90-degree angle
What is jackknife