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CNA medical terms
Arriba juntos
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Abduction | Moving an arm or leg from center of the body |
| Abnormality | Condition different from normal |
| ADL Activities of Daily Living | Activities or task such as grooming , bathing, exercise |
| Adduction | Moving arm or leg toward the center of the body |
| Alignment | Formed into a straight line |
| Allergic | Hypersensitive reaction of the body to a specific substance |
| Alveoli | Tiny air sacks in the lungs |
| Alzheimer's Disease | Chronic degenerative brain disease resulting in loss of memory, personality, and judgement |
| Ambulatory | Able to walk in the up right position |
| Ambulating Device | A device used to assist walking such as a walker, crutches or cane. |
| Amino Acids | Units of protein structure |
| Anatomy | Parts of the body |
| Anterior | Front |
| Anus | Opening to the Rectum |
| Anxiety | A feeling of worry or uneasiness |
| Apathy | Lack of emotion over a situation |
| Aphasia | Loss of language or verbal communication |
| Appendage | Attatchment |
| Arteries | Blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood away from the heart |
| Arterioles | Tiny arteries, which carry blood from large arteries to capillaries |
| Arthritis | Chronic disease of the joints resulting in stiffness and pain |
| Aseptic | Free of microorganisms |
| Aspiration | Inhaling of food, liquid, mucus, or vomit into air passages |
| Assessment | Observing and reporting |
| Asthma | Disease of the Bronchi which causes difficult breathing wheezing, and tightness of the chest |
| Atrium | Upper chamber of the heart |
| Atrophy | Wasting away of muscle |
| Axilla | Refers to the area under the arm known as the arm pit |
| Base of support | Feet when standing and hips when sitting |
| Behavior | Actions that can be observed and messured |
| Bifocal | Two different prescriptions in one eye glass lens |
| Bile | Substance manufactured by the liver |
| Bladder | Urinary organ |
| Blood pressure | Force of blood against artery wall |
| Brachial | On the arm |
| Bronchi | Tubes that connect trachea to the lung |
| Bulb | End of thermometer containing mercury |
| Calibrated | Marked with graduated lines as on a thermometer |
| Capillaries | Small blood vessels which carry nutrients individuals cells |
| Carbohydrate | Nutrient derived from Plants-sugars and startches |
| Cardivascular | Refers to heart and blood vessels |
| Cartilage | Gristle like pad between bones |
| Cataract | Clouding of the lens of the eye |
| Catheter | Urinary sterile tube inserted into the bladder to drain urine |
| Cc | Cubic centimeter 1000 cc=1 quart |
| Center of Gravity | Place where mass or bulk of object is centered |
| Centimeter cm | Metric measurment of height |
| Cerebellum | Part of the brain in the back of the skull that regulates muscular activity |
| Cerebral Hemisphere | Division of the brain into two parts |
| Cerebrum | Part of the brain which is the center of thinking, memory and learning |
| Cerebral Palsy | Chronic disease of the nervous system resulting in uncontrollable movement |
| CNA | Certified Nursing Assistant |
| Chronic | Ongoing |
| Chronological | Charted in the order in which events occurred |
| Cilia | Microscopic hair like appendage that sweep foreign matter out of the trachea and bronchi |
| Closed urinary drainage system | The complete drainage unit which connects the catheter, drainage and collection tube |
| Coccyx | Tailbone |
| Code of ethics | How a particular group conducts itself regarding a set of moral principles or values |
| Coercion | Use of force |
| Colon | Large intestine |
| Communication | The process of engaging thoughts,opinions, and information by speech or writing |
| Compassion | Sorrow for the suffering of others, with the desire to help |
| Concentrated | Containing less water |
| Confidential | Trust, not sharing information about residence, except within the healthcare team |
| Confrontation | Argument |
| Contracture | Permanent shortening of the muscle |
| Contraindicated | Indicates against, not acceptable for treatment of a condition |
| Cynosis | Blueish color of the skin due to lack of oxegyn |
| Cystic | Infection of the bladder |
| Decubitus ulcer | Bed sore, Pressure sore |
| Defecate | Have a bowel movement |
| Degeneration | Worsening condition |
| Dehydration | Condition when more fluid is put out than is being but in |
| Dementia | Mental deterioration, loss of ability to think clearly |
| Depression | Feelings of uselessness, sadness, or lonliness |
| Dermis | Inner layer of skin |
| Diabetes mellitus | Disease in which insufficient insulin is secreted from the pancreas |
| Diaphragm | Muscle which separates the chest cavity from the abdomin |
| Diastolic | Blood pressure when hear relaxes |
| Digestion | Conversion of food into a form that is soluble |
| Digestive Track | Body system which digests food |
| Discrimination | Act of treating someone unfairly based on age, sex,race, religion, or ethnicity |
| Disinfection | Process of killing microorganisms |
| Documentation | Written information in the medical record |
| Dressing | Clean, cloth covering for a wound or sore |
| Duodenum | First loop of a small intestine where most of digestion occurs |
| Economic Deppression | A period in history when banks failed and many families lost their homes, jobs, and possessions. |
| Edema | Collection of excess fluid in tissues. Swelling due to increased fluid in tissue |
| Elasticity | Ability to expand and contract |
| Electrolyte | Elements which are capable of conducting electricity |
| Elimination | Process of removal of waste products from the body |
| Emesis | Vomit |
| Empathy | Ability to identify, experience the feelings and thoughts of another person |
| Endocrine System | System of glands, which secrete hormones into the blood |
| Enema | Insertion of fluid into the rectum and colon |
| Enriched | Vitamins added to product |
| Environment | Physical and social surroundings |
| Epidermis | Outer layer of skin |
| Epiglottis | Cartilage which covers the opening of the trachea when foods and fluids are swallowed |
| Equilibrium | A state of rest or balance |
| Erythema | Redness of the skin |
| Eshar | Scab |
| Ethnic Orgin | Referring to a cultural group as race |
| Evaporation | Give off moisture |
| Excretion | Eliminating or expelling from the body such as waste or harmful material |
| Exocrine System | System of glands which secrete hormones into a body cavity or directly outside the body |
| Expectorate | To spit |
| Extension | Straighten arm or leg |
| Extinguish | To eliminate behavior |
| Fallopian Tubes | Tiny tubes connecting the ovaries with the uterus |
| Fast | Period of time without eating |
| Fat soluble | Dissolves in fat rather than water |
| Feces | Solid or semi solid body waste material resulting from a bowel movement |
| Flexion | Bending a joint |
| Fluctuation | Continual change from one condition or position to another |
| Follicle | Tube holding hair root |
| Fortified | Vitamins and minerals added |
| Gait Belt | A belt placed around a patients waist to assist in transfer |
| Gastric Juice | Digestive fluid secreted by the stomache |
| Gauze | Thin mesh like cloth |
| Genetic | Inherited |
| Geography | A particular place on the earth |
| Glaucoma | Increased pressure in eye |
| Glucose | Simple sugar to which food is converted |
| Glycerine | A fluid that allows the mouth to remain soft and moist |
| Goal | Outcome expected for residents plan of care |
| Gravity | Attraction the earth has to an object |
| Gregarious | Outgoing, talkative |
| Hanukkah | Jewish holiday |
| Heimlich Maneuver | Application of abdominal thrusts to clear airway from obstruction |
| Hemiplegia | Paralysis on one side of the body |
| Hemoglobin | Red substance in blood |
| Heredity | Traits with which we were born |
| Hoarding | Act of gathering, saving a supply in a guarded or hidden place |
| Homeostasis | Body's attempt to keep its internal environment stable and in balance |
| Hormones | Fluid which starts a set of reaction within the body |
| Hypertention | High blood pressure |
| Hypotention | Low blood pressure |
| Imminent | Likely to happen soon |
| Immobile | Unable to move |
| Immune | Protected against infected |
| Immune system | System of the body which protects the invasion of certain diseases |
| Incontinence | Inability to control bladder and or bowels |
| Indwelling catheter | Catheter inserted into the bladder which connects to drainage tubing and urinary drainage bag |
| Infection | Invasion of the body by disease producing organisms |
| Inflamed | Red, swollen |
| Inflammation | Tissue reaction to disease or injury displayed by redness, heat, swelling, and pain |
| Inhibiting | Preventing, limiting |
| Initiate | Start |
| Insulin | Hormone secreted from pancreas |
| Integumentary System | System which includes hair, nails, sweat glands, and oil glands. |
| Interaction | Conversation, communication relating to others |
| Kidneys | Two bean shaped organs which filter the blood |
| Kilogram | Metric measurement of weight 1 kg = 1000 grams |
| Kosher | Jewish dietary laws |
| Labia | Folds of skin surrounding the female genital area |
| Larnyx | Voice Box |
| Learned Helplessness | Belief that one has no effect on what happens to him/her |
| Legal | According to the laws of the community, state, or nation |
| Libel | False, damaging written statement |
| Linear | Following in order along a line |
| Long-Term Health Care Facility | Facility providing nursing care serving as a hospital and residence home over a long period of time |
| Lubricate | To oil or greese |
| Lungs | Two spongy, cone shaped organs in the chest cavity |
| Lymph Nodes | Small glands which filter body fluid |
| Lymph Vessels | Structures which collect body fluid |
| Malpractice | Failure to a professional person to render proper services through neglect or intent |
| Manipulative | To manage or influence others behaivors |
| Masterbation | Sexual self stimulation |
| Metabolism | Process by which energy is made available for use by the body. Breakdown of food and oxygen in the cells |
| Microorganizims | Tiny living object only seen with microscope |
| Mobility | Being able to exercise movement |
| Motivate | Give reason for doing something |
| Mucus | Secretion from the mucus membrane |
| Multiple Sclerosis | Chronic degenerative disease of the nervous system resulting in decreased ability to move |
| Myth | A popular belief which may not be true |
| Nasogastric Tube | Tube inserted through the nose into the stomach |
| Negligence | Failure to preform ones duty through omission or carelessness |
| Nephritis | Infection of the kidneys |
| Nephrons | Microscopic filtering unit in kidneys |
| Neurons | Specialized cells of the nervous system |
| Nueter | Having no sexual characteristics |
| Nursing Approch | Health care plan, guidelines and instructions that meet the individuals needs and nursing plan of care |
| Nursing Assistant | Member of health care team who provides care to the resident, meeting his/her physical and psycho social needs |
| Nurturing | Caring for others |
| Nutrients | Substance which sustain life |
| Nutrition | Science of foods and their actions upon health |
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