CNA Chapter 6

Body Mechanics

The way the parts of the body work together when a person moves

Combustion

 The process of burning

Hoarding

Collecting and putting things away in a guarded way

Aspiration

 The inhalation of food, fluid, or foreign material into the lungs

PASS

Acronym for use of a fire extinguisher; stands for Pull-Aim-Squeeze-Sweep 

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Sheet that provides information on the safe use of and hazards of chemicals, as well as emergency steps to take in the event chemicals are splashed, sprayed, or ingested 

Scalds

Burns caused by hot liquids

RACE

Acronym for steps taken during a fire; stands for Rescue- Activate- Contain-Extinguish

Restraint-free care

 An environment in which restraints are not kept or used for any reason

Dysphagia

Difficulty swallowing

Disorientation

Confusion about person, place or time

Contracture

The permanent and painful shortening of a muscle, tendon, or ligament that can restrict movement 

Cyanosis

 Blue or pale skin and/or mucous membranes due to decreased oxygen in the blood

Intravenous therapy

The delivery of medication, nutrition, or fluids through a person’s vein

Atrophy

Weakening or wasting away of muscles 

Suffocation

The stoppage of breathing from a lack of oxygen or excess of carbon dioxide in the body that may result in unconsciousness or death 

Chemical restraint

 Medications used to control a person’s mood or behavior

Flammable

Easily ignited and capable of burning quickly 

Restraint

A physical or chemical way to restrict voluntary movement or behavior

Restraint Alternatives

Measures used in place of a restraint or that reduce the need for a restraint