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Personal Care
Chapter 12
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Axilla | underarm or armpit area |
| Bridge | a type of dental appliance that replaces missing or pulled teeth |
| Dandruff | excessive shedding of dead skin cells from the scalp |
| Dentures | artificial teeth |
| Edentulous | lacking teeth; toothless |
| Gingivitis | an inflammation of the gums |
| Grooming | practices to care for oneself, such as caring or fingernails and hair |
| Halitosis | bad-smelling breath |
| Hygiene | methods of keeping the body clean |
| Partial Bath | bath that includes washing the face, underarms, hands, and perineal area |
| Pediculosis | an infestation of lice |
| Plaque | a substance that accumulates on the teeth from food and bacteria |
| Tartar | hard deposits on the teeth that are filled with bacteria; may cause gum disease and loose teeth if they are not removed |
| I&O | intake and output |
| TLC | tender loving care |
| PO | by mouth |
| NPO | nothing by mouth |
| NKA | no known allergies |
| q.i.d. | four times a day |
| t.i.d. | three times a day |
| cl. liquid | clear liquid |
| FF | force fluids |
| BID, b.i.d. | two times a day |
| pc, p.c. | after meals |
| ac, a.c. | before meals |