Module 9 CNA Terms - Patient Care Procedures

Activities of Daily Living (ADL)

Basic self-care tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.

Aspiration

Inhalation of food, liquid, or saliva into the lungs, which can cause choking or pneumonia.

Compression Stockings (TED hose):

Elastic stockings used to improve circulation and prevent blood clots.

Discharge

The process of releasing a patient from medical care.

Dysphagia

Difficulty swallowing, often seen in patients with neurological conditions or post-stroke.

Edema

Swelling caused by fluid retention in the body’s tissues.

Feeding Tube:

A tube inserted through the nose or abdomen to provide nutrition to patients who cannot eat normally.

Fluid Balance

The proper level of hydration in the body, maintained through fluid intake and output monitoring

Gait Belt (Transfer Belt)

A safety device used to assist with patient transfers and prevent falls.

Glucose Monitoring

The measurement of blood sugar levels, often required for diabetic patients.

Hemiplegia

Paralysis on one side of the body, often resulting from a stroke.

Hospice Care

Specialized care for terminally ill patients focusing on comfort rather than cure.

Intake and Output (I&O)

The monitoring of all fluids a patient consumes and eliminates.

Intravenous (IV) Therapy

Administration of fluids or medications directly into the bloodstream.

Long-Term Care Facility

A healthcare center providing extended medical and personal care services.

Mobility Aid

Devices such as walkers, canes, or wheelchairs used to assist patients in movement.

Mottling

A blotchy skin discoloration often seen in patients near the end of life.

Nasogastric (NG) Tube:

A feeding tube inserted through the nose into the stomach.

Orthotic Device

A brace or splint used to support or align body parts.

Oxygen Therapy

The administration of supplemental oxygen to assist with breathing difficulties.

Range of Motion (ROM)

Exercises designed to maintain or improve joint flexibility and mobility.

Speech Therapy

Treatment to help patients with speech, communication, and swallowing difficulties.

Transfer Techniques

Methods used to safely move patients from one position to another.

Urinary Retension

Inability to empty the bladder completely.

Vital Signs

Measurements of body functions, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.