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Chapter 3
Key Concepts
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Health Care
Undergraduate 3
09/01/2014

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Term
atrophy
Definition
decrease in the size of the organ, tissue, or muscle
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dyspnea
Definition
labored or difficult breathing
Term
ulceration
Definition
an area of tissue necrosis that penetrates below the epidermis; excavation of the surface of any body organ
Term
center of gravity when a person is standing
Definition
at the pelvis
Term
how to move or lift a heavy object
Definition
keep it close to your body
Term
when moving a patient:
Definition
have patient assist, reduce surface area, pull don't push, use a sliding board or sheet
Term
before moving a patient
Definition
confirm identity, introduce and explain, look at wristband
Term
what to look for in patient assessment
Definition
1. deviations from correct body alignment
2. immobility of limited ROM
3. ability to walk
4. breathing, heart, or muscle problems
Term
7 assessment considerations
Definition
1. general condition
2. ROM and weight bearing ability
3. strength and endurance
4. balance
5. understanding expectations
6. patient acceptance
7. medication history
Term
7 rules for during a move
Definition
1. give only necessary assistance
2. go shortest distance
3. lock everything
4. use patients strong side
5. patient in shoes not socks
6. inform and encourage patient
7. give short simple commands
Term
gurney transfer
Definition
support spine, head, and extremities
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immobilizers
Definition
must be ordered and must be least restrictive and only used as a last resort
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wheelchair transfer
Definition
patient must be close enough to be seated in one pivot
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fowler position
Definition
head above feet
Term
sims position
Definition
laying on side with one arm in front and one behind and top leg bent and bottom leg straight
Term
trendelenburg position
Definition
head below feet
Term
indications of imminent skin breakdown
Definition
blanching, coldness over pressure area followed by heat and redness (reactive hyperemia)
Term
patient safety in case of a fire
Definition
1. move patients from imminent danger
2. close windows and doors
3. turn off oxygen
4. evacuate
Term
dose limit for pregnant workers
Definition
.05 rems in any month
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