click below
click below
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Ch.2 PlanTerms
course of action
Term | Definition |
---|---|
Dispositions | What happened to the patient @ end of visit |
Discharge | to unload; 1. to send home 2. fluid coming out of body part |
Prophylaxis | preventative treatment |
Palliative | treating symptoms, not getting rid of the cause |
Observation | watch, keep an eye on |
Reassurance | to tell the patient the problem is not serious or dangerous |
Supportive Care | to treat symptoms & make the patient feel better |
Sterile | extremely clean, germ free |