Nurse Aide I Training Program - Module G: Basic Restorative Care

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and definitions related to basic restorative care, rehabilitation, adaptive devices, and bowel/bladder training for Nurse Aide I Training Program Module G.

Adaptive Devices (assistive devices)

Special equipment that helps a disabled or ill resident perform activities of daily living (ADLs).

Amputation

Surgical removal of a body part.

Basic Restorative Care

Care provided after the resident
D5s highest possible functioning is restored through rehabilitation following illness or injury; assists with any adjustments and improvements that help residents live as independently as possible.

Bladder/Bowel Training

Measures taken to restore the function of voiding and defecating by a resident, with the ultimate goal of continence.

Contraindication

A specific situation or factor that makes a procedure or course of treatment inadvisable because it may be harmful to a person.

Defecation

The process of emptying the rectum of feces.

Empathy

Being able to identify with and understand how a resident feels with the willingness to alter one
D5s behavior in light of how others feel.

Enema

The introduction of fluid into the colon to eliminate stool or feces or stimulate bowel activity.

Functional Loss

Partial or complete loss of the function of a body part.

Incontinence

The inability to control urination or defecation.

Orthotic Device

A medical device designed to support, align, or enhance the function of a person's musculoskeletal system and may help with one
D5s appearance.

Prosthetic Device

Artificial replacement device for a body part that is missing or deformed and specifically fitted to one person; intended to improve a person
D5s function and appearance.

Range of Motion (ROM)

The amount that a person can move a joint voluntarily. Its purpose is to prevent muscle shortening, contractures, and shortening of ligaments and tendons.

Rehabilitation

Restoration of a resident
D5s highest possible functioning following illness or injury; services help residents maintain, regain, or improve skills lost or impaired due to illness, trauma, or disability.

Supportive Device

Special equipment that helps a disabled or ill resident with movement.

Urination (or voiding)

The process of emptying the bladder.

Bed cradles

Devices that keep bed covers off legs and feet.

Footboards

Devices that help prevent foot drop.

Heel protectors

Devices that help with foot alignment.

Active Range of Motion (AROM)

Exercises performed by a resident without help.

Active-Assistive Range of Motion (AAROM)

Exercises performed when a resident needs help achieving full range of motion for one or more body parts due to weak or stiff muscles.

Passive Range of Motion (PROM)

Exercises performed by nurse aides when a resident is unable to move one or more body parts; it keeps joints flexible but does not preserve muscle mass.

Continence

The ability to control urination or defecation.