| A | B |
|---|
| base of support | the area that an object rest. When you stand with your leg apart (shoulder width) you have a good base of support for your body. |
| Coma | Being unaware of one's surroundings and being unable to react or respond to people, places, or things. |
| workplace violence | violence directed toward a person at work or while on duty |
| body alignment | the way the head, trunk, arms, and legs are aligned with one another; posture; straight line |
| hazardous substance | any chemical in the workplace that can cause harm...mercury is a hazardous substance |
| incident | any event that has or could harm a resident, staff member, or visitor |
| body mechanics | using the body in an efficient (the best) and careful way |
| fatigue | tired |
| squat | to bend you knees to lower yourself down, not bending your back. |
| Identification Band (bracelet) | what a resident or patient wears that has his name, medical record number or social security number so that he/she can be correctly identified |
| signal light (call light) | a button the resident can press if he/she needs assistance. It should be kept next to the resident on the strong side. |
| falling | is the most common cause of injury in the nursing home. It usually happens more in the evening when residents become fatigued. |
| hand rails/grab bars | for residents to hold if they feel they may fall down. |
| Water temperature | Should not exceed 120 degrees, and you should first check it before the resident enters the shower. |
| Heimlich Maneuver | used for someone who is choking |
| Sparks | If an electric shaver has a frayed cord, it make cause tiny sparks that could start a fire. You should unplug the razor immediately. |
| evacuation | to remove all residents from the building |
| prevention/prevent | to do the correct thing so that you can stop something bad from happening |
| alert | 1)to tell/warn, or 2)to not be confused |
| at risk | in danger |
| avoid | prevent; stop something from happening; stay away from. |
| base | bottom. (Aim the fire extinguisher hose at the base of the fire.) (Have a wide base of support when you lift.) |
| support | to hold up |
| remain | to stay with |
