used for patients who cannot elevate the pelvic area, such as ones with pelvic/hip fracture. It is positioned under the perineum, with handle on end closest to knees
P.m care
Bedtime care
anticoagulent
medication that thins the blood and increases the risk of bleeding
Caries
tooth decay or cavities
Incontinent
Inability to control the flow of (urine or stools) from (bladder or rectum)
bridging
supporting the body on either side of an affected area to relieve pressure on the area
foot drop
type of contracture where the legs' calf muscle tends to tighten, causing the toes to point downward
A.m care
Care given in the early morning when the patient first awakens
Commode
portable toilet
Periodontal disease
potentially serious condition that damages the soft tissue and bone that support the teeth
