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7 Cards in this Set
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Advanced Directive |
A residents spoken and written instruction about future medical care treatment |
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Cheyne-Stokes |
A pattern of breathing that stops for awhile and than starts again |
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Cyanotic |
Bluish discoloration of skin, nails, and lips due to lack of oxygen in blood |
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DNR |
Do Not Resuscitate |
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Hospice |
Services provided to a resident with a terminal illness and to people who have 6 months or less to live |
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Mottling |
The skin on the hands and feet appear blue and blotchy caused by slow blood circulation |
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Post Mortem Care |
Respect religious restrictions regarding care of body Provide privacy Place the body in supine position with one pillow under head Put in dentures Wash body comb hair Put on gown, cover body |
