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NUR206A
Vocabulary and abbreviations (Module1-2)
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Nursing
Undergraduate 4
01/21/2010

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Term
Advanced Practice Nurse
Definition

A nurse who has advanced degrees and certification (eg. Nurse Practitioner)...

An advanced level of practice that maximizes the use of in depth nursing knowledge and skills....

A nurse who has extended the boundaries of reg. nursing scope of practice.

Term
Nursing Theory
Definition
Explanation or description of nursing issues that defines and predicts nursing practices...should guide the development and future direction of nursing.....provides the foundation for nursing knowledge.
Term
Functional health patterns
Definition
A framework for collectiong and orgainising nursing assessment data to ascertain the clients strenths and any actual or potential dysfunctional patters
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Long term goals
Definition
Goals that are achieved over a long period of time...goals that require more time than just a simple cure...such as rehab or goals that follow once client leaves nurses care
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Hygiene
Definition
Observance of health rules as related to self care activities (i.e. bathing, dressing, oral care, etc.)
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Contact precautions
Definition
Used to protect against the transmission of undiagnosed and identifiede infections...Used with know or suspected organisms that can be transmitted via hand/ skin-to-skin contact (during client care activities)
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Antiseptic
Definition
A chemical used on living objects to remove, reduce, or prevent infection by pathogenic organisms...Agent that stops the growth of microbes on living tissue
Term
Disinfectant
Definition
A chemical used on LIFELESS objects to remove, reduce, or prevent infection by pathogens
Term
Medical asepsis
Definition
Measures taken to control and reduce the number of pathogens present..."clean techniques"....includes handwashing, gloving, gowning, disinfecting
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Standard precautions
Definition
Universal procedures done to protect the client and the nurse and decreased the transmission form blood-bourne pathogens, body substances, and transmission
Term
Nurse Practice Acts
Definition
State guidelines that govern the practice of professional nursing
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Theory
Definition
Explainations of relationships among phenomena
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Validating data
Definition
reexamining information to check its accuracy....confirming the accuracy of assessment data collected... double-checking
Term
Short term goals
Definition
Goals to be achieved in the near future
Term
Vehicle transmission
Definition
transfer of microbes by way of contaminated items that transmit pathogens (H2O, food, drugs, blood)...
Term
Droplet Precautions
Definition
Used to prevent microorganisms transmitted by larger-particles droplets...i.e. clients in private room, use of mask within 3 ft of client...client wears mask outside of room
Term
Bacterialcidal
Definition
an agent that kills microorganisms
Term
Infectious Disease
Definition
Process resulting from infection that produces manifestations such as fever....pathological events that result from the invasion and multiplication of microorganisms in a host.
Term
Pathogens
Definition
Microbes that are capable of harming people
Term
Surgical Asepsis
Definition
"sterile technique" meaning objects free from all microbes....
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Conceptual framework
Definition
Formal explanation that links concepts and empahsizes relationships amoung them......
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maslow's heirarchy
Definition
theory that states that all humans are born with instinctive needs, groupes into five categories and arranged in order of importance from those essential to physical survival:  Physiologic needs, safety needs, love needs, esteem needs, self-actualization
Term
Nursing Diagnosis
Definition
Actual, potential, or possible health problem identified by the nurse that is amendable to nursing intervention
Term
implementation
Definition
Action phase of the nursing process in which nursing care is provided
Term
Vector-bourne Transmission
Definition
Transmission of disease by biological vectors (bugs) or mechanical vectors (inanimate objects infected with bodily fluids-cathiters, needles, etc.)
Term
Airbourne Precautions
Definition
Measures taken to prevent the spread of diseases transmitted from infected person by pathogens that remain infective  over time and distance & are propelled through the air to a susceptibles person's eyes, nose or mouth
Term
Bacteriostatic
Definition
Able to inhibit the growth of bacteria
Term
Isolation
Definition
Techniques used to prevent or limit the spread of infection
Term
Specificity
Definition
Organism's attraction to specific host, which may include humans
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Virulence
Definition
vigor by which an organism can grow and multiply
Term

Abbreviation:

PPE

Definition
Personal Protective Equiptment
Term

Abbreviation:

MRSA

Definition
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus
Term

Abbreviation:

VRE

Definition
Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococcus
Term
Ethics
Definition
Professional standards for decision making
Term
Advanced directives
Definition
written document (i.e. living will) that states in advance a client's desires about the types of health care he/she wishes to receive should the client be unable to decide.
Term
Autonomy
Definition
degree of discretion and independence a practitioner has...Independence and ability to be self-directed....right to self-determination
Term
Durable power of attorney
Definition
Advanced directive that allows a person to designate another to make decisions if the client becomes incapacitated and cannot make independent decisions
Term
Living Will
Definition
written evidence of a clients preferences regarding treatment options that a client does or does not want
Term
Negligence
Definition

ommission - failing to do something that a reasonably prudent person would do

commission - doing something that a reasonable person would not do

Term
Slander
Definition
false communication or defamation by the spoken word
Term
Fall precautions
Definition
prevention interventions airmed at reducing falls in the home (ie. removal of throw rugs, well lit stairways, installation of handrails)
Term
Sentinel event
Definition
A safety error caused by equipment or procedure; hospitals must report to regulatory agencies
Term
Anaerobic exercises
Definition
Activity in which the energy required is provided without using inspired O2.(ie. endurance training..limited to short periods of vigorous activity)
Term
Tremor
Definition
A rrhytmic, repetitive movement that can occur at rest or when movement is initiated; usually interferes with fine motor control.
Term
Contracture
Definition
Shortening of a muscle and loss of joint mobility resulting from fibrotic changes in tissues surrounding joint
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Flaccidity
Definition
Decreased muscle tone; without muscle tone or resistance
Term
Gait belt
Definition
a device used to transfer patients; also called a safety, ambulation, or transfer belt; used if client is weak or has poor coordination
Term
Transfer board
Definition
smooth, flat surface placed under a supine slient to ease the transfer to another flat surface of the same height; also called a transfer sled
Term
Side-lying position
Definition
client on the side with weight on hip and shoulder; used on clients with pressure on bony prominences, not after hip replacement
Term
Activity Intolerance
Definition
physical inability to withstand activity; inadequate physiologic or psychological energy to endure or to complete an activity
Term
Professional ethics
Definition
Involve principles and values with universal application and standards of conduct to be upheld in all situations
Term
Physical restraints
Definition
any manual method, physical, or mechanical device, material or equipment that immobilizes or reduces that ability of a patient to move his or her arms , legs, body, or head freely
Term
Commode
Definition
Portable chair with a toilet seat and a waste receptacle beneath that can be emptied so that a client who cannot walk to the bathroom can manage toileting
Term
Atrophy
Definition
wasting away of an organ, muscle, or body tissue
Term
Chorea
Definition
a spontaneous, breif, involuntary muscle twitching of the limbs or facial muscles; sever chorea hinder mobility
Term
Beliefs
Definition
Ideas that a person accepts as true
Term
Assault
Definition
Threat of touching a person without his or her consent
Term
Battery
Definition
Unlawful touching of a person's body without his or her consent
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Liability
Definition
responsibility for one's actions, an obligation one is bound to perform
Term
Malpractice
Definition
professional misconduct, causing harmory injury to a person from a lack of experience, skill, knowledge or judgement
Term
veracity
Definition
principle of telling the truth, essential to the client-provider relationship
Term
Dangling
Definition
preliminary step to ambulation, especially for clients who may be unable to ambulate initially, which involves sitting on the side of the bed with legs hanging out
Term
Foot Drop
Definition
Temporary or permenant plantar flexion due to weakness or paralysis
Term
Isometric Excercises
Definition
excercises involving muscle contractions without a change in muscle length - often occurs against resistance
Term
Ergonomics
Definition
applied science concerned with the characteristics of people that need to be considered in designing things that they use -  in order that both people and things will interact most effectively and safely
Term
Hydraulic Lift
Definition
a device or apparratus for aiding in the lifting of a client from bed to chair, etc.  Mechanical devices used when unable to safely lift patient on own or with help of others
Term
Supine
Definition
A therapeutic position in which the client is lying on their back
Term
Semi-fowler's position
Definition
Head of bed elevated to 30 degrees
Term
Morals
Definition
involving correct behavior, being able to distinguish between right and wrong
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Cultural Value Orientation
Definition
subset of world view with four general orientations (nature, time, activity, and relationships) and three types of responses (mastery, subjugation, and harmony)
Term
Assisted suicide
Definition
providing the client with a means to end life, but not the direct action that results in death
Term
Confidentiality
Definition
practice of keeping client information private
Term
libel
Definition
false communication by means of print that results in injury to a person's reputation
Term
Privacy
Definition
patient confidentiality
Term
Informed Consent
Definition
legal document giving the permission for surgical or diagnostic procedure signed by the client.....ALL aspects and risks must be explained and understood by patient
Term
Chemical restraints
Definition
use of any medication as an intervention for behavior, so that patient will not harm self or others
Term
Aerobic excercises
Definition
excercise that requires O2 for energy and involves elevation of heart rate for an extended period of time
Term
Body mechanics
Definition
Positioning or moving the body to prevent or to correct problems related to activity or immobiization
Term
Ataxia
Definition
term used to describe impaired muscle coordination
Term
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Definition
a thrombus originating in the large veins of the legs because of the relativly low velocity of blood flow there
Term
Gait
Definition
character of one's walk
Term
Isotonic Excercises
Definition
dynamic form of excercise in which there is constant muscle tension, muscle contraction, and active movement
Term
Log rolling
Definition
a technique for turning the client who have had surgery or an injury involving the back or spine
Term
Trendelenberg
Definition
a therapeutic position in which the client is lying on their back with their head 30-40 degrees lower than their feet
Term
Prone
Definition
A therapeutic position on which the client is lying face down
Term
High fowler's position
Definition
a position in which the clientis in a sitting position with the head of bed elevated to 80-90 degrees
Term

abbreviations:

DNR

Definition
Do Not Resuscitate
Term

Abbreviations:

PROM

Definition

Passive Range of Motion

Premature rupture of membranes

Term

Abbreviations:

PWB

Definition
Partial weight bearing
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Abbreviation:

RACE

Definition

Rescue

Alarm

Contain

Evacuate/Extinguish

Term

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BRP

Definition
bathroom priveledges
Term

Abberviations:

WC

Definition
wheelchair
Term

Abbreviations:

Ad lib

Definition
at liberty
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Abbreviations:

OOB

Definition
out of bed
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Abbreviation:

BKA

Definition
below knee amputation
Term

Abbreviation:

RLE

Definition
right lower extremity
Term

Abbreviation:

BUE

 

Definition
bilateral upper extremity
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OT

Definition
occupational therapy
Term

Abbreviation:

THR

Definition
total hip replacement
Term

Abbreviation:

HIPAA

Definition
Health Insurance Privacy and Accountability Act
Term

Abbreviation:

HOB

Definition
head of bed
Term

Abbreviation:

AROM

Definition

Artificial rupture of membranes

Active Range of movement

Term

Abbreviation:

TTWB

Definition
toe touch weight bearing
Term

Abbreviation:

PASS

Definition

Pull the pin

Aim at the base

Squeeze trigger

Sweep side to side

Term

Abbreviation:

BR

Definition

bed rest

bathroom

bedroom

breakroom

Term

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CMS

Definition
circulation, motion, sensation
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Abbreviation:

SBA

Definition
stand by assistance
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DJD

Definition
Degenerative Joint Disease
Term
Abbreviation: LUE
Definition
Left upper Extremity
Term
Abbreviation: BLE
Definition
Bleeding/ both lower extremities
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PT

Definition

Physical Therapy

Pain therapy

Part time

Term

Abbreviation:

TJR

Definition
total joint replacement
Term

Abbreviation:

PHI

Definition
personal health information
Term

Abbreviations:

NWB

Definition
Term

Abbreviation:

FWW

Definition
front wheeled walker
Term

Abbreviation:

BSC

Definition

bedside care

bedside commode

bench scale calorimeter

best supportive care

bile salt concentration

 

Term

Abbreviation:

DVT

Definition
deep vein thrombosis
Term

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ADL

Definition
Activites of daily living
Term

Abbreviations:

Fx

Definition
fracture
Term

Abbreviations:

AKA

Definition

above knee amputation

also known as

Term

Abbreviations:

LLE

Definition
Left lower extremity
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Abbreviation:

RUE

Definition
Right upper extremity
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Abbreviation:

ORIF

Definition
open reduction with internal fixation
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Abbreviation:

TKR

Definition
total knee replacement
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