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,Vocab study
22 words to learm
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Ostomy | An artifical opening in an organ of the body during an operation |
| Exacerbation | A worsening condition |
| Urinary incontinence | The inability to control urination, which leads to involuntary leaking |
| Fecal incontinence | The inability to control bowel movements, which leads to leakage of stool |
| Contracture | A condition of shortening or hardening of muscles, tendons or other tissue, often leading to restricted joint mobility |
| Emphysema | A disorder that affects the tiny air sacs(alveoli) of the lungs |
| Ethical standards | The principles, values and rules that guide behavior within a profession or society |
| Legal standards | Enforceable rules established by government |
| Justice | Treating people fairly and equally regardless of race, age, culture etc. |
| Beneficence | Doing good for person in your care by preventing harm and promoting health |
| Nonmaleficence | The duty to do no harm to a person |
| Work ethic | A set of moral principles, values and beliefs that guide your attitude and behavior toward your job |
| Professional | An individual who has specialized skills, knowledge and qualifications in a specific field |
| Values | A cherished belief or principle |
| Morals | What you consider right or wrong |
| Ethics | Moral principles that govern a person's behavior or the conducting of an activity |
| Intubation | The insertion of a tube via the mouth or nose into the trachea(windpipe) to deliver oxygen or medication |
| Delegation | Giving permission to perform a task on your behalf |
| Fidelity | Being honest and loyal |
| Veracity | Telling the truth at all times |
| Supine | Flat position |
| Autonomy | The ability to function independently |