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Nurse Aide I G Terms

Nurse Aide I Module G Basic Restorative Definition List

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Adaptive Devices (assistive devices) are tools that help people perform daily tasks more easily and safely when they have disabilities or limitations.
Amputation is the surgical removal of a body part, usually a limb, due to injury, disease, or medical reasons.
Bladder/Bowel Training a therapy that helps a person regain control over urination or bowel movements through scheduled bathroom use and exercises.
Contraindication a specific situation or condition where a particular treatment or procedure should not be used because it may be harmful.
Defecation is the process of eliminating solid waste (feces) from the digestive tract through the anus
Empathy the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person.
Enema a liquid solution introduced into the rectum to stimulate bowel movement or relieve constipation.
Functional Loss is the decrease or inability to perform normal daily activities due to illness, injury, or disability.
Incontinence is the inability to control the release of urine or feces.
Orthotic Device a custom-made or specially designed support worn to correct or support a body part, like a brace or splint.
Prosthetic Device an artificial replacement for a missing body part, such as an arm, leg, or eye.
Range of Motion is the full movement potential of a joint, usually measured in degrees of a circle.
Rehabilitation is the process of helping a person recover skills and abilities lost due to illness or injury.
Supportive Device is equipment used to help a person maintain balance, improve mobility, or reduce strain, such as canes, walkers, or wheelchairs.
Urination (Voiding) is the process of releasing urine from the bladder through the urethra.
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