| A | B |
|---|
| ability | can do something |
| abnormal | something is wrong |
| abrasion | a sore on the skin |
| absorb | to take in liquid |
| abuse | to hurt a person in any way |
| accept | to take or receive |
| accomplishment | to try hard and finish something |
| accurate | correct, or right |
| acknowledge | pay attention; listen and respond |
| acute | a sudden/quick illness |
| adaptive device | equipment that helps a resident be more independent- self help device |
| advise | to give a suggestion |
| advocate | to represent, speak for a person- Ombudsman |
| affected side | the weak or affected side |
| afgan | a small hand made blanket |
| after shave | liquid put on a man's face after he shaves |
| aid | to help or assist |
| aim | to point at |
| alert | to tell, warn or to not be confused |
| alignment | position, keep a stright line |
