safety and body mechanics (09272022)

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scalds
burns caused by hot liquids
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hoarding
collecting and putting things away in a guarded way
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dysphagia
difficulty swallowing
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aspiration
the inhalation of food, fluid, or foreign material into the lungs
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safety data sheets (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
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body mechanics
the way the parts of the body work together when a person moves
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restraint
a physical or chemical way to restrict voluntary movement or behavior
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physical restraint
any method, device, material, or equipment that restricts a person’s freedom of movement
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chemical restraint
medications used to control a person’s mood or behavior
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suffocation
the stoppage of breathing from a lack of oxygen or excess of carbon dioxide in the body; may result in unconsciousness of death
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atrophy
weakening or wasting away of muscles
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contracture
the permanent and painful shortening of a muscle, tendon, or ligament that can restrict movement
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restraint-free care
an environment in which restraints are not kept or used for any reason
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restraint alternatives
measures used in place of a restraint or that reduce the need for a restraint
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cyanosis
blue or pale skin and/or mucous membranes due to decreased oxygen in the blood
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combustion
the process of burning
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flammable
easily ignited and capable of burning quickly
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intravenous therapy
the delivery of medication, nutrition, or fluids through a person’s vein
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RACE
rescue/activate/contain/extinguish; steps take during a fire
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PASS
pull/aim/squeeze/sweep; use of a fire extinguisher
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