Patient Care and Postmortem Care

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to patient care, postmortem care, and the role of patient care technicians.

Postmortem Care

The care provided to a body after death.

Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT)

A certification for professionals who provide patient care and support to patients.

Homeostasis

The state of steady internal, physical, and chemical conditions maintained by living systems.

ADLs (Activities of Daily Living)

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

Therapeutic Communication

An interaction between healthcare providers and patients that aims to enhance the patient's understanding and emotional well-being.

Delegation in patient care

The assignment of specific tasks to other qualified team members while maintaining responsibility for the overall patient care.

Five Rights of Delegation

A framework ensuring that the right task is delegated to the right person, under the right circumstances, with the right directions and supervision.

Stages of Grief

The emotional phases that individuals go through when facing loss, including denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.

Cultural Sensitivity

Awareness and respect for different cultural and spiritual practices of patients and their families.

Safety Guidelines in Patient Care

Protocols and best practices that ensure a safe environment for both patients and healthcare providers.