Nursing Terminology
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Arteriosclerosis
calcification of arteries
bones leech calcium as we age, so inevitable
Atherosclerosis
Dev of fatty plaques & proliferation of connective tissue in arterial walls
xerostomia
dry mouth
dysphagia
difficulty swallowing
nocturia
waking up at night to urinate
polypharmacy
taking multiple medications (usually >5)
hyposmia
less smell function
anosmia
total smell loss
cannot detect toxic odors, spoiled food, etc.
iADLs
Instrumental activities of daily living
ex. use phone, shop, make food, transport
things someone can still do for us
aADLs
Advanced activities of daily living
higher-level social or role domains; leisure, recreation, entertainment
ADPIE
The Nursing Process: Assess, Diagnose (analysis), Plan, Implement, Evaluate
ABCs of Nursing
Airway, breathing, circulation
These are priorities for patient wellbeing and care!
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