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Personal Care
| 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 |
| Edema | swelling in body tissues caused by excess fluid |
| Edentulous | lacking teeth ;toothless |
| Gingivitis | an inflammation of the gums |
| Grooming | practices to care for oneself, such as caring for 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 if lice |
| Plaque | a substance that accumulates on the teeth from food and bacteria |
| Tartar | hard deposits on the teeth that filled with bacteria; may cause gum disease and loose teeth if they are not removed |
| ADLs | activities of daily living |
| Ax | axillary ( armpit ) |
| BRP | bathroom privileges |
| BSC | beside commode |
| Peri Care | perineal care |
| HTN | Hypertension |
| TLC | tender loving care |
| N/C | no complaints, no call |
| TB | tuberculosis |
| TPR | temperature, pulse, and respiration |
| Meds | medications |