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Nurse Aide I I Terms

Nurse Aide I Module I Terms

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Base of Support the area beneath a person that includes the feet and helps keep the body balanced and stable.
Body Mechanics the way the body moves and maintains balance to use muscles safely and efficiently while preventing injury.
Center of Gravity the point in the body where its weight is evenly balanced, helping maintain stability and balance.
Fowler’s Position when the head of the bed is raised between 45 and 60 degrees, helping the resident sit up comfortably.
Full-sling Mechanical Lift a type of lift that uses a full-body sling to support and safely lift a resident who cannot support their own weight.
High Fowler’s Position when the head of the bed is raised between 60 and 90 degrees, allowing the resident to sit almost upright.
Lateral Position when the resident lies on their side, either the left or right.
Logrolling turning a resident’s body as one unit without twisting the spine to keep the back straight and prevent injury.
Mechanical Lift a device used to safely move or transfer residents who cannot help move themselves, reducing injury risk for both the resident and caregiver.
Posture the way a person holds and positions their body while sitting, standing, or moving.
Prone Position when the resident lies flat on their stomach with their face down.
Protractor a tool used to measure angles, often used to check joint angles in healthcare.
Sims Position when the resident lies partly on their side and partly on their stomach with one leg bent, often used for enemas or exams.
Stand-assist lift a device that helps residents who can partially bear their weight to stand and move safely.
Supine Position when the resident lies flat on their back with their face up.
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