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Personal Care & Abbreviations

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Term
Definition
Axilla   Underarm or Armpit area  
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Bridge   A type of dental appliance that replaces missing or pulled teeth  
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Dandruff   Excessive shedding of dead skin cells from the scalp  
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Dentures   Artificial teeth  
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Edentulous   Lacking teeth; toothless  
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Gingivitis   An inflammation of the gums  
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Grooming   Practices to care for oneself, such as caring for fingernails and hair  
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Halitosis   Bad-smelling breath  
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Hygiene   Methods of keeping the body clean  
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Partial Bath   Bath that includes washing the face, underarms, hands, and perineal care  
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Pediculosis   An infestation of lice  
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Plaque   A substance that accumulates on the teeth from food and bacteria  
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Tartar   Hard deposits on the teeth that are filled with bacteria; may cause gum disease and loose teeth if they are not removed  
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I&O   Intake and Output  
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TLC   Tender Loving Care  
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PO   By mouth  
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NPO   Nothing by mouth  
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NKA   No known allergies  
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q.i.d   Four times a day  
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t.i.d.   Three times a day  
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cl. liq   Clear liquuids  
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FF   Force Fluids  
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BID, b.i.d.   Two times a day  
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pc, p.c   After meals  
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ac, a.c.   Before meals  
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