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Ch. 25 GC
General Comfort Measures
Term | Definition |
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a.m. care | care given in the early morning when the patient first awakens |
Caries | tooth decay or cavities |
Dentures | artificial teeth |
Halitosis | bad breath |
Oral Hygiene | care of the mouth and teeth |
Periodontal Disease | potentially serious condition that damages the soft tissue and bone that support teeth |
p.m. care | care given to prepare a patient for sleep |
Anticoagulant | medication that thins the blood and increase the risk of bleeding |
Bridging | supporting the body on either side of an affected area to relieve pressure on the area |
Foot Board | appliance placed at the foot of the bed so that the bed so that the feet rest firmly against it and are kept at right angles to the legs |
Foot Drop | neurological problem that causes the foot to point downward |