absence of breathing

how the body uses food to maintain health

The system of the body that includes the stomach and intestines

Tears, saliva, sputum, urine, feces, semen, vaginal discharge, wound drainage, and vomit

plan for each resident created by the nurse that outlines the tasks the team must perform to help the resident reach his/ her goals

process of breathing air out

fluid that is eliminated each day through urine, feces, and vomit

Function of the kidney

tube inserted through the skin or into a body opening that is used to administer or drain fluid

communication without using words, such as facial expressions and gestures

blood pressure that measures 140/90 mmHg or higher

Blend food into a thick paste

How often a bedridden resident should be repositioned

An infection acquired within a health care setting during the delivery of medical care

Factual information collected using the senses of sight, hearing, smell, and touch; also called signs

normal respirations

Nutrient that is needed by every cell in the body and helps the body grow new tissue and enable tissue repair

Tiny blood vessels in which the exchange of gasses, nutrients, and waste products occur between blood and cells

Inflammation of the liver caused by certain viruses and other factors, such as alcohol, medications, and trauma

Using slang, cliches, yes or no questions, and asking "why"?

sudden drop in blood pressure that occurs when a person stands up

Diet that includes fluids that a person can see through

Cough up of blood from the respiratory tract

Federal government agency that makes and enforces rules to protect workers from job hazards

Detailed form with guidelines for assessing residents in long term care facilities, also details what to do if resident problems are identified