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Personal Care
Chapter 12
Term | Definition |
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Axilla | underarm or armpit area |
Bridge | a type of dental appliance that replaces missing or pulled teeth |
Dandruff | excessive shedding of dead skin cells from the scalp |
Dentures | artificial teeth |
Edentulous | lacking teeth; toothless |
Gingivitis | an inflammation of the gums |
Grooming | practices to care for oneself, such as caring or fingernails and hair |
Halitosis | bad-smelling breath |
Hygiene | methods of keeping the body clean |
Partial Bath | bath that includes washing the face, underarms, hands, and perineal area |
Pediculosis | an infestation of lice |
Plaque | a substance that accumulates on the teeth from food and bacteria |
Tartar | hard deposits on the teeth that are filled with bacteria; may cause gum disease and loose teeth if they are not removed |
I&O | intake and output |
TLC | tender loving care |
PO | by mouth |
NPO | nothing by mouth |
NKA | no known allergies |
q.i.d. | four times a day |
t.i.d. | three times a day |
cl. liquid | clear liquid |
FF | force fluids |
BID, b.i.d. | two times a day |
pc, p.c. | after meals |
ac, a.c. | before meals |