Body Systems and Care for Residents

The system that includes skin and its functions.

Muscles enable movement of body parts.

The total number of bones in the adult human body.

Residents with COPD should be positioned sitting upright.

A key guideline for residents with multiple sclerosis.

Condition where all body systems are functioning optimally.

When a muscle decreases in size due to disuse.

Senses and interprets information from the environment.

For a resident with one-sided weakness, stand on the weaker side.

Commonly causes a shuffling gait.

Medical term for high blood pressure.

Residents may take medication that increases urination.

Often treated with eye drops.

Recommended for diabetic residents to prevent irritation.

Skin feels heat, cold, pain, touch, and pressure.

Yellowish fluid that carries disease-fighting cells.

Wipe from front to back for perineal care.

Excessive thirst, extreme hunger, and frequent urination.

Abbreviation for Partial Weight-Bearing.

Includes trachea, bronchi, and lungs.

Regular exercise is helpful for recovery.

Small, frequent meals can help nausea.

Lotion shouldn't be applied to areas receiving radiation therapy.

Some medications will increase urination often.

People with COPD should be positioned sitting upright.

Providing emotional support is crucial for residents.

Good nutrition is vital for recovery in medical conditions.

Repositioning decreases risk of pressure sores.

Support the weaker side during ambulation.

Insulin helps manage sugar levels in diabetes.

Frequent bathing trips may be needed for older residents.

Skin becomes more elastic as a person ages.

Nursing assistants should assist residents with brushing and flossing regularly.

Residents with head or spinal injuries should be repositioned every 2 hours.

Keeping sheets wrinkle-free helps older residents' skin.

The adult human body has 206 bones.

For residents with multiple sclerosis, preventing falls is essential.

The higher the spinal cord injury, the greater the loss of function.

The immune system protects the body through nonspecific and specific immunity.

Always stand on the resident's weaker side when assisting after a stroke.

Hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure.

Diabetic residents should wear breathable shoes made of leather, cotton, or canvas.

Common symptoms of diabetes include excessive thirst, extreme hunger, and frequent urination.

PWB stands for Partial Weight-Bearing.

The respiratory system consists of the trachea, bronchi, and lungs.

Regular exercise is recommended for heart attack recovery.

Residents with AIDS who are nauseous should eat small, frequent meals.

Avoid applying lotion to areas receiving radiation therapy.

Some medications in CHF require increased urine output.

Repositioning helps reduce the risk of pressure sores.

Observe diabetic residents' feet regularly for signs of irritation.

A normal change for aging women is a loss of calcium.

Women are more prone to UTIs due to having a shorter urethra.

COPD may cause difficulties in breathing.

PWB stands for Partial Weight-Bearing.

Medical term for high blood pressure is Hypertension.

Higher the injury, greater the loss of function.

Residents may take medication that increases urination.

Regularly observe feet for signs of irritation.

Special stockings to improve circulation post-surgery.

A common change is a loss of calcium.

Women are more likely to have UTIs due to a shorter urethra.

Assist patients with caution, avoiding lotion on radiated areas.

Cataracts cause the lens of the eye to become cloudy.

Ask residents not to lie down for at least 2-3 hours after eating.

These are key components of the respiratory system.

Assist residents by offering frequent trips to the bathroom.

Good nutrition is vital for medical recovery.

Diabetics should wear breathable shoes made from natural materials.

Regular exercise is helpful for recovery after a heart attack.

An anatomical term meaning toward the midline of the body.

Refers to the front of the body.

Refers to less sensitivity to stimuli, common in dying residents.

A type of care focused on providing relief from pain and improving the quality of life.

Hearing is often the last sense to leave the body upon death.

Legal documents that allow individuals to outline their healthcare preferences.

Condition that causes bones to become weak and break easily.

Breathable shoes made of leather, cotton, or canvas are best.

Decreasing blood pressure can indicate death is near.

Children develop language skills typically between ages 1 to 3.

Residents who are nauseous should eat small, frequent meals.

Always stand on the resident's weaker side when assisting.

Coordination develops in toddlers for handling bodily functions.

Apathy is a common sign of clinical depression.

An intense, irrational fear or anxiety about an object or situation.

Thinner, drier skin is a normal change with aging.

Allowing a resident to perform tasks independently fosters self-sufficiency.

Holistic care encompasses a person's physical, mental, and social well-being.

Good nutrition is vital for recovery from illnesses and injuries.

Regular physical activity promotes overall health and increases energy.

Children develop thinking and learning skills at this stage.

Support residents with mental health disorders by helping them and their families.

A common, normal change for aging women is a loss of calcium.

Apathy refers to lack of interest or motivation.

Nursing assistants must report any observed abuse immediately.