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What does abandonment mean?
What does abandonment mean?
What is defined as the repetitive and deliberate infliction of injury on another person?
What is defined as the repetitive and deliberate infliction of injury on another person?
Abuse
What defines an 'acute' disorder?
What defines an 'acute' disorder?
A disorder with a rapid onset and a relatively short recovery time, usually unexpected.
What is the role of Adult Protective Service (APS)?
What is the role of Adult Protective Service (APS)?
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What characterizes assisted living?
What characterizes assisted living?
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What does assault mean in a healthcare context?
What does assault mean in a healthcare context?
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What is battery in terms of healthcare?
What is battery in terms of healthcare?
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What is a care plan?
What is a care plan?
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What defines a chronic disorder?
What defines a chronic disorder?
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Who is referred to as a client in healthcare settings?
Who is referred to as a client in healthcare settings?
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What does confidentiality ensure?
What does confidentiality ensure?
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What is defamation?
What is defamation?
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What does dehydration refer to?
What does dehydration refer to?
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What is delegation in a healthcare context?
What is delegation in a healthcare context?
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What does ethics refer to?
What does ethics refer to?
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What is false imprisonment?
What is false imprisonment?
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What is fraud?
What is fraud?
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What is geriatrics?
What is geriatrics?
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What does the health care team consist of?
What does the health care team consist of?
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What does HIPAA stand for?
What does HIPAA stand for?
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What is hospice care?
What is hospice care?
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What is a hospital?
What is a hospital?
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What is an interdisciplinary team?
What is an interdisciplinary team?
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What is a job description?
What is a job description?
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What is a Licensed Practical Nurse?
What is a Licensed Practical Nurse?
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What is libel?
What is libel?
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What defines long-term care?
What defines long-term care?
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What is malpractice?
What is malpractice?
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What is Medicaid?
What is Medicaid?
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What is a Medical Doctor (MD)?
What is a Medical Doctor (MD)?
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What is Medicare?
What is Medicare?
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What does mental health encompass?
What does mental health encompass?
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What is mental illness?
What is mental illness?
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What is misappropriation of property?
What is misappropriation of property?
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What does neglect refer to?
What does neglect refer to?
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What comprises a nursing team?
What comprises a nursing team?
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What is the role of OSHA?
What is the role of OSHA?
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What is an ombudsman?
What is an ombudsman?
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What is the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA)?
What is the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA)?
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Who is referred to as a patient?
Who is referred to as a patient?
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What are patient rights?
What are patient rights?
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What does pediatric care focus on?
What does pediatric care focus on?
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What is the role of a Registered Nurse (RN)?
What is the role of a Registered Nurse (RN)?
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What is a registry in healthcare?
What is a registry in healthcare?
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Who is referred to as a resident in long-term care?
Who is referred to as a resident in long-term care?
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What are residents' rights?
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What defines the scope of practice?
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What characterizes a skilled nursing facility?
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What is a terminal illness?
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What does 'willful infliction of harm' refer to?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary for CNA Unit 1
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Abandonment: Leaving someone vulnerable you are responsible for; a significant ethical violation in care settings.
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Abuse: Intentional and repeated harm inflicted on another individual, can be physical, emotional, or sexual.
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Acute: A medical condition that arises suddenly, typically with short recovery time and expectation of cure.
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Adult Protective Service (APS): Government agency dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of elderly individuals from abuse or neglect.
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Assisted Living: A facility offering support for individuals who can perform most tasks independently but require some assistance.
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Assault: The act of threatening to cause harm or actual unwanted physical contact with a person.
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Battery: Unwanted, non-consensual touching of a person, which may lead to legal consequences.
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Care Plan: A personalized document that outlines specific nursing care requirements for a patient.
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Chronic: Describes long-lasting medical conditions that require ongoing management, often without a definitive cure.
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Client: A person receiving care services in their own home environment.
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Confidentiality: The principle of protecting private information, ensuring access is restricted to authorized individuals only.
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Defamation: The act of making false and damaging statements that tarnish someone's reputation.
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Dehydration: A condition resulting from insufficient fluid in the body's tissues, important to monitor in care settings.
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Delegation: The process of assigning responsibility or authority to another person to perform specific tasks.
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Disability/Disabled: A term referring to individuals with diminished physical or mental abilities affecting daily functioning.
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Ethics: Moral guidelines that govern actions and decision-making in care and health-related fields.
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False Imprisonment: Illegally restricting someone's freedom of movement against their will.
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Fraud: Intentionally deceiving others to gain an unfair advantage or cause harm.
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Geriatrics: The specialized field of medicine focusing on health care and treatment for older adults.
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Health Care Team: A collaborative group of healthcare professionals from diverse backgrounds working together to enhance patient care.
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HIPAA: Legislation designed to protect patient privacy and secure personal health information.
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Hospice: Palliative care services for individuals with terminal illnesses, aiming to improve quality of life for patients and their families.
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Hospital: A facility providing specialized medical treatment and care for patients with various health conditions.
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Interdisciplinary Team (IDT): A collective of healthcare experts from different disciplines collaborating to develop patient care plans.
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Job Description: A detailed outline of the duties, functions, and responsibilities associated with specific positions.
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): A nurse who operates under supervision and provides care in various health settings, playing a pivotal role in long-term care.
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Libel: Written defamation that can harm an individual's reputation; covers statements in various media.
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Long Term Care: Services addressing both medical and non-medical needs of individuals with chronic conditions requiring ongoing assistance.
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Malpractice: Professional negligence by licensed individuals (e.g., nurses, doctors) that harms patients.
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Medicaid: A assistance program funded jointly by federal and state governments designed to support low-income individuals in accessing healthcare.
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Medical Doctor (MD): A physician trained to diagnose and treat diseases and injuries, focusing on restoring health through medical interventions.
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Medicare: A federal insurance program aiding those aged 65 and older, as well as younger persons with disabilities, in covering healthcare costs.
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Mental Health: Pertains to emotional and psychological well-being, influencing how individuals cope with life challenges.
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Mental Illness: A condition that disrupts normal cognitive or emotional functioning, impacting everyday life.
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Misappropriation of Property: The wrongful and intentional use of someone else’s property for one's own benefit.
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Neglect: Failing to provide necessary care which results in physical or emotional harm to an individual.
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Nursing Team: Comprised of professionals including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, collaboratively working to deliver patient care.
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): An organization that sets workplace health and safety standards to protect workers.
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Ombudsman: An advocate for residents’ rights who helps address grievances and ensures quality care.
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Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA): Legislation aimed at ensuring quality care standards in long-term facilities.
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Patient: An individual receiving medical attention and care within a healthcare setting like a hospital.
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Patient Rights: A set of entitlements that patients have in various healthcare contexts, ensuring dignified treatment.
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Pediatric: Focuses on the medical care of children and adolescents, from infancy through young adulthood.
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Registered Nurse (RN): A healthcare professional responsible for implementing nursing care through clinical assessment and intervention.
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Registry: Official record maintained by the state documenting individuals who have completed nursing assistant training programs.
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Resident: An individual living in a long-term care facility and receiving care services.
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Residents Rights: Protections and privileges established under OBRA to ensure respect and dignity for long-term care residents.
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Scope of Practice: The range of responsibilities and tasks that a healthcare professional is legally permitted to perform.
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Skilled Nursing Facility: A specialized institution that offers comprehensive, round-the-clock nursing care for long-term residents, often elderly.
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Terminal Illness: A medical condition characterized by an irreversible prognosis, indicating that recovery is not anticipated.
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Willful Infliction of Harm: A form of abuse involving intentional actions to cause injury or distress.
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