A | B |
anus | the opening to the rectum |
adaptive devices | special equipment that the resident uses to help him or herself be more independent |
dentures | false or artificial teeth |
genital area/perineum | the area including the anus and external sex organs |
grooming | the things we do to help our appearance |
hygiene | personal cleanliness |
oral hygiene | care and cleaning of the mouth, gums, teeth, and tongue |
perineal care | usually called "pericare." Cleaning of the the anal and genital areas |
partial bath | also, modified bath. Cleaning of some of the areas of the body, but not all; the face, armpits, and perineal. |
prosthesis | an artificial body part, such as a leg or arm |
nap | a short rest (sleep) during the day |
artificial | copy, not the real thing |
after-shave | liquid put on a man's face after he shaves off the hair; has a good smell (like cologne or perfume) |
apply | to put on |
abnormal | not normal, something is wrong |
occupied bed | bed with a person in it |
unoccupied bed | bed that is empty |
linens | bed sheets and pillow covers |
tidy | neat, no clutter |