Nursing 1 Gcc Kozier & Erb Ch 32 Key Terms

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Asphyxiation

Back 1

A lack of oxygen due to interrupted breathing.

Front 2

Bioterrorism

Back 2

Intentional attack using biological weapons such as viruses, bacteria, or other germs.

Front 3

Burn

Back 3

Results from excessive exposure to thermal, chemical, electrical, or radioactive agents.

Front 4

Carbon Monoxide

Back 4

An odorless, colorless, tasteless gas that is very toxic.

Front 5

Chemical Restraints

Back 5

Medications used to control socially disruptive behavior.

Front 6

Electric Shock

Back 6

Occurs when a current travels through the body to the ground rather than through electric wiring, or from static electricity that builds up on the body.

Front 7

Heimlich Maneuver

Back 7

Abdominal thrusts used to clear an obstructed airway.

Front 8

Physical Restraints

Back 8

Any manual method or physical or mechanical device, material, or equipment attached to the clients body that cannot be removed easily and that restricts the clients movement.

Front 9

Restraints

Back 9

Protective devices used to limit physical activity of the client or a part of the body.

Front 10

Safety Monitoring Devices

Back 10

An electronic sensor or monitor that detects when clients are attempting to get out of a bed or chair and triggers an alarm.

Front 11

Scald

Back 11

A burn from a hot liquid or vapor, such as steam.

Front 12

Seizure Precautions

Back 12

Safety measures taken to protect clients from injury should they have a seizure.

Front 13

Seizure

Back 13

A sudden onset of excessive electrical discharges in one or more areas of the brain.