STNA Move Pts Word Scramble
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Question | Answer |
Logrolling | Method of turning a pt so that spine is kept in straight alignment |
Transfer/Gait Belt | webbed or woven belt with buckle that is used to assist weak or unsteady pt with standing/walking/transfers |
Ambulate | to walk |
Assistive Devices | items that make tasks easier for a person with a physical disability |
Paraplegia | Paralysis from waist down |
Quadriplegia | Paralysis from neck down |
Hemiplegia | Paralysis on one side of body |
Trochanter Roll | Devices placed by pt's legs to keep hips from turning outward |
Supportive Devices | Pillows, rolled blankets used to help keep pt in a certain postition |
Weight-Bearing | Ability of a pt to stand on one or both legs |
Dangle | Sitting a pt on the edge of bed for a certain amount of time to decrease potential for dizziness or falling |
Shearing | Force created when pt is pulled across surface that offers resistance. Causes skin breakdown. |
Syncope | fainting |
Draw Sheet | Extra sheet that allows pt to be repositioned without shearing |
Which side is used for cane? | Strong side |
Which side does STNA use when assisting pt to walk with cane? | Cane on strong side; STNA on weak side |
Which side does STNA use when assisting pt to walk without cane? | STNA on strong side |
Which types of crutch walking are used for pts with weight bearing on one foot only? | 3 point swing to swing through |
Which types of crutch walking are used for pts with weight bearing on both feet? | 4 point 2 point swing to & swing through |
Supine Position | Pt is on back (Also called horizontal recumbent) |
Lateral/Side-lying Position | Pt is lying on one side |
Prone Position | Pt is on stomach with head to one side |
Low Fowler's Position | Head of bed is elevated 15 degrees. |
Mid Fowler's Position | Head of bed is elevated 45 degrees. |
High Fowler's Position | Head of bed is elevated 60-90 degrees. |
Sim's Position | Pt is on left side with left arm behind back & right arm by head. Also called left lateral position. |
Lithotomy Position | Pt is in stirrups |
Dorsal Recumbent Position | Pt is on back with feet on bed so knees are tented. |
Knee Chest Position | Pt's head/arms and knees are on bed, with bottom in the air. |
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Mrs O's STNA
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