Symbols
“butterfly” cannula
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
A
abdomen
Introduction,
27.1 Structure and Function,
27.1 Structure and Function,
27.1 Structure and Function,
27.1 Structure and Function,
27.2 Physical Assessment,
27.2 Physical Assessment,
27.2 Physical Assessment,
27.2 Physical Assessment,
27.3 Recognizing Common Abdominal Disorders,
27.3 Recognizing Common Abdominal Disorders,
27.3 Recognizing Common Abdominal Disorders,
27 Summary
abduction
9.4 Positioning in Bed
abductor pillow
9.4 Positioning in Bed
abnormal posture
16.4 Pain Assessment
Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
2.1 Changing with Trends
absolute refractory period
24.1 Cardiovascular System
absorption
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21 Summary
abstract thinking
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
abuse
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20 Summary
accessory cephalic
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
accessory muscles
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment
accommodation
26.2 Physical Assessment
Accountability
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice
acetaminophen
14.5 Administering Other Medications,
14.5 Administering Other Medications,
15.4 Temperature,
22.1 Head and Neck
acetylsalicylic acid
15.4 Temperature
acidosis
15.6 Respiration
acne vulgaris
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21 Summary
acromegaly
22.1 Head and Neck
active immunity
6.1 Infection Cycle
active listening
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.2 Comprehensive Interview Practices,
3.3 Patient Education and Teaching,
3 Summary
active ROM
9.2 Assessing Mobility
active transport
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
active-assisted ROM
9.2 Assessing Mobility
activity of daily living (ADL)
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
acute pain
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.2 Responses to Pain,
16.5 Pain Management,
16.5 Pain Management
acute radiation syndrome (ARS)
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management
acute renal failure
13.4 Blood Transfusions
acute wound
8.1 Wound Classification
adaptive coping
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice
adduction
9.4 Positioning in Bed
adenoma
22.1 Head and Neck
adenosine diphosphate (ADP)
17.1 Nutritional Concepts
adipose tissue
9.2 Assessing Mobility
adjuvant analgesic
16.5 Pain Management
ADPIE
1.3 Nursing Process
advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
18.2 Cardiovascular System
advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs)
2.1 Changing with Trends
adventitious
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment,
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment,
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment
adverse reaction
Introduction,
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration,
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration,
11.3 Documentation of Medication Administration
aerobic exercise
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
aerophagia
27.3 Recognizing Common Abdominal Disorders
affect
16.2 Responses to Pain,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
affective learning domain
3.3 Patient Education and Teaching
affective response
16.2 Responses to Pain
African healing
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences
afterload
18.2 Cardiovascular System
age of majority
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.3 Informatics
air embolus
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy
airborne precautions
6.4 Infection Control and Patient Safety
airborne transmission
6.1 Infection Cycle
akathisia
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
albumin
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.4 Nutritional Assessment,
17 Summary
albuterol inhalation
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications
alcohol use disorder (AUD)
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
alcohol-induced deaths
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
algophobia
16.2 Responses to Pain
alkalosis
15.6 Respiration
allergic reaction
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration,
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13 Summary
alternating pressure mattress
9.4 Positioning in Bed
alternative substance
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
alveoli
15.6 Respiration,
23.1 Structure and Function,
23.1 Structure and Function,
23.2 Physical Assessment of the Thorax,
23.4 Breast and Lymphatic System
amblyopia (also, lazy eye)
22.2 Eyes
American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)
2.1 Changing with Trends
American Heart Association
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
American Indian healing
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences
American Nurses Association (ANA)
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice,
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice,
1.3 Nursing Process,
2.1 Changing with Trends,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
American Psychiatric Association
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
American Psychological Association (APA)
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.3 Informatics
ampule
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12 Summary
analgesic
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
14.5 Administering Other Medications,
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.5 Pain Management,
16.5 Pain Management,
22.1 Head and Neck
anasal wash
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications
anasarca
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
anesthetic
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications
angiocatheter
14.2 Administering Ear Medications
angioedema
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
anisocoria
22.2 Eyes
ankylosing spondylitis
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders,
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
anorexia
27.1 Structure and Function
anosmia
26.1 Structure and Function
anthropometric measurement
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
anthropometry tape
15.1 Performing a General Survey
anti-arrhythmics
11.2 Dosing
antibiotics
11.2 Dosing,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14 Summary,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
antibodies
6.1 Infection Cycle
anticholinergic
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14 Summary
antidepressants
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion
antiepileptics
11.2 Dosing
antihistamines
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications,
14 Summary
antimanics
11.2 Dosing
antimicrobial filter
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
antipyretic
15.4 Temperature
anxiety
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
aphasia
26.2 Physical Assessment,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
apical pulse
15.5 Heart Rate
arachnoid
26.1 Structure and Function
arrector pili muscle
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
arterial insufficiency
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.3 Nursing Assessment
arteriovenous
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
artery
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function,
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
Introduction,
24.1 Cardiovascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
24.3 Nursing Assessment
arthritis
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders,
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
arthrofibrosis
8.3 Wound Management
articular cartilage
25.1 Structure and Function,
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders,
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
assessment
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1 Summary
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
2.3 Practice Standards
astigmatism
22.2 Eyes
Asymptomatic carriers
6.1 Infection Cycle
asystole
15.5 Heart Rate
at-risk drinking
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
at-risk population
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
atelectasis
15.3 Vital Signs,
15.6 Respiration,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18 Summary,
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment,
23 Summary
atrial fibrillation
15.5 Heart Rate
atrial gallop
24.3 Nursing Assessment
attention deficit disorder
7.2 Factors Influencing Personal Hygiene
auscultation
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
27.2 Physical Assessment,
27.2 Physical Assessment,
27 Summary
auscultatory gap
15.7 Blood Pressure
autolytic debridement
8.3 Wound Management
automated external defibrillator (AED)
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning
autonomic nervous system
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26 Summary
Autonomy
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice,
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability,
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability,
9.5 Limited Movement Devices
avulsion
8.1 Wound Classification
axillary
9.3 Transferring Patients
axillary temperature
15.4 Temperature
aztreonam
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications
B
Babinski sign
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
2.3 Practice Standards
bacitracin ophthalmic ointment
14.1 Administering Eye Medications
bacteria
6.1 Infection Cycle,
6.2 Asepsis and PPE,
6.2 Asepsis and PPE,
6.3 Sterile Technique,
6.3 Sterile Technique,
6.4 Infection Control and Patient Safety
bacterial reaction
13.4 Blood Transfusions
balance
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability,
9.2 Assessing Mobility,
9.2 Assessing Mobility,
9.2 Assessing Mobility,
9.2 Assessing Mobility,
9.3 Transferring Patients,
9.3 Transferring Patients
balance exercise
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
bandage
9.5 Limited Movement Devices
Bar Code Medication Administration (BCMA)
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
bariatric scale
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements,
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
basal cell carcinoma
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21 Summary
basal ganglia
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
basal metabolic rate (BMR)
17.1 Nutritional Concepts
basic ADL
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
Bates-Jensen Wound Assessment Tool (BWAT)
8.2 Wound Assessment
beclomethasone inhalation
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications
bed scale
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements,
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
bedside swallow screen
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
Bell palsy
22.1 Head and Neck
Beneficence
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice
benign prostatic hyperplasia
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications
benzodiazepines
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
beta-2 agonists
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications
bevel
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.4 Administering Intradermal Injections,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12.6 Administering Intramuscular Injections,
12 Summary
bigaunides
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition
bimatoprost
14.1 Administering Eye Medications
binge drinking
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
bioavailability
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections
bipolar disorder
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
blackhead
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
blanching
8.1 Wound Classification
blisters
7.1 Hygiene Practices
blood pressure cuff
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.7 Blood Pressure
blood pressure medications
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion
blood tubing
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13 Summary
blood typing
13.4 Blood Transfusions
blood vessels
22.1 Head and Neck,
22.1 Head and Neck,
22.1 Head and Neck,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22 Summary
blood-brain barrier
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
Bloom’s Taxonomy
3.3 Patient Education and Teaching,
3.3 Patient Education and Teaching,
3.3 Patient Education and Teaching
blunted affect
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
body mass index (BMI)
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts
body temperature
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.4 Temperature,
15.4 Temperature
bolus dose
16.5 Pain Management
bone degeneration
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
bone marrow
25.1 Structure and Function
borborygmus
27.2 Physical Assessment
Botulinum toxin
12.4 Administering Intradermal Injections
brachial pulse
15.5 Heart Rate
bradykinesia
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
brain lateralization
26.1 Structure and Function
breakthrough pain
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.5 Pain Management,
16.5 Pain Management
broad affect
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
bronchodilators
11.2 Dosing,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14 Summary
bruit
24.3 Nursing Assessment
budesonide inhalation suspension
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications
budesonide nasal
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications
bulk flow
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
bullous impetigo
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
BUN to creatinine ratio
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes
burn
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
Introduction,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management,
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management,
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management,
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management,
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management,
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management
burn shock
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management
burnout
2.1 Changing with Trends
butterfly needle
10.4 Blood Sampling
C
calorie
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.4 Nutritional Assessment,
17 Summary
candidiasis (also, thrush)
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
cannula
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
capacitance
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
capillary exchange
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
capillary wall
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
Caput medusae
27.2 Physical Assessment
carbohydrate
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17 Summary
carbon dioxide
15.6 Respiration
carbuncle
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
cardiac anomalies
15.5 Heart Rate
cardiac output
15.5 Heart Rate
cardiogenic shock
15.7 Blood Pressure
cardiomyocytes
18.2 Cardiovascular System
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
18.2 Cardiovascular System
cardiopulmonary system
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function,
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function,
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function,
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18 Summary
carotid pulse
15.5 Heart Rate
carpal tunnel syndrome
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
catalepsy
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
cataract
22.2 Eyes
catecholamines
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
catheter
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13 Summary
catheter-associated thrombus
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy
catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI)
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination
catheterized urine sample
10.1 Urine Specimen
cauda equina syndrome
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
cauliflower ear
22.3 Ears
cellular respiration
17.1 Nutritional Concepts
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
6.1 Infection Cycle,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
9.2 Assessing Mobility,
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
1.3 Nursing Process,
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.3 Informatics,
9.3 Transferring Patients
central line–associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI)
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
central nervous system (CNS)
26.1 Structure and Function
central venous access
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
cephalalgia
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
cerebral cortex
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.2 Physical Assessment
cerebral hemispheres
26.1 Structure and Function
cerebrovascular accident
15.7 Blood Pressure
cerumen
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14 Summary,
22.3 Ears
cervical vertebrae
22.1 Head and Neck
Chalazion
22.2 Eyes
chemical restraint
9.5 Limited Movement Devices
chief complaint
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
Child Protective Services (CPS)
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
chronic glomerulonephritis
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
chronic liver disease
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
2.2 Patient-Centered Care,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
23.2 Physical Assessment of the Thorax,
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment
chronic pain
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.2 Responses to Pain,
16.2 Responses to Pain,
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain,
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain,
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain,
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain,
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain,
16.4 Pain Assessment,
16.4 Pain Assessment,
16.5 Pain Management,
16.5 Pain Management,
16.5 Pain Management,
16.5 Pain Management,
16.5 Pain Management,
16 Summary
ciliary muscle
22.2 Eyes
ciprofloxacin otic
14.2 Administering Ear Medications
circadian rhythm
15.4 Temperature
circulating blood volume
15.5 Heart Rate
circumstantial thinking
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
cisgender
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
clavicular notch
23.1 Structure and Function
clean-catch urine sample
10.1 Urine Specimen
clinical edema
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
clinical judgment
28.1 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model,
28.1 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model,
28.1 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model
clinical judgment measurement model (CJMM)
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice,
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice,
1 Summary,
25 Summary,
28.1 Clinical Judgment Measurement Model
clinical nurse specialist
2.1 Changing with Trends
clinical reasoning
28.2 Developing Critical Thinking Skills
cochlea
22.3 Ears
coercive control
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
cognitive learning domain
3.3 Patient Education and Teaching
cognitive thinking
28.2 Developing Critical Thinking Skills
collaborative model
2.4 Collaborative Care
collaborative nursing intervention
1.3 Nursing Process
collaborative problem
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
collagen
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management
collectivism
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences
colloid
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
color blindness
22.2 Eyes
combi stopper
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
comedone extraction
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
comedone extractor
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
communication
2.2 Patient-Centered Care
comorbidities
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function
compartment syndrome
25.2 Physical Assessment
compassion fatigue
2.1 Changing with Trends
compatibility
12.1 Administering Oral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications
competitive listening
3.1 Therapeutic Communication
complementary therapies
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences,
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing,
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing
complete urinalysis
10.1 Urine Specimen
comprehensive assessment
1.3 Nursing Process
compression stockings
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
computed tomography
22.1 Head and Neck
computerized provider order entry (CPOE)
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
concentric
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
concrete thinking
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
concussion
22.1 Head and Neck
condom catheters
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion
conduction
15.4 Temperature
conductive hearing loss
22.3 Ears
cone
22.2 Eyes
confidentiality
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
confrontation test
22.2 Eyes
congenital abnormality
9.2 Assessing Mobility
congenital ear pit
22.3 Ears
congenital ear tag
22.3 Ears
congruence
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
connective tissue disease
22.1 Head and Neck
constipation
14.5 Administering Other Medications,
14.5 Administering Other Medications,
14 Summary,
27.1 Structure and Function,
27.1 Structure and Function,
27.1 Structure and Function,
27.2 Physical Assessment,
27.2 Physical Assessment,
27 Summary
contact precautions
6.4 Infection Control and Patient Safety
continuous capillaries
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
contralateral
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
controlled environment
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
contusion
8.1 Wound Classification
convalescent period
6.1 Infection Cycle
convection
15.4 Temperature
convergence
26.2 Physical Assessment
coping strategy
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice,
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice,
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
corneal abrasion
22.2 Eyes
corneal scar
22.2 Eyes
coronary heart disease
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion
coronavirus
6.2 Asepsis and PPE
corpus callosum
26.1 Structure and Function
cortex
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
corticobulbar tract
26.1 Structure and Function
corticosteroid
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
COVID-19
13.4 Blood Transfusions
crepitus
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
23.2 Physical Assessment of the Thorax,
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment,
25.2 Physical Assessment
Crimean War
2.1 Changing with Trends
critical care
2.1 Changing with Trends
critical thinking
28.2 Developing Critical Thinking Skills,
28.2 Developing Critical Thinking Skills
critical thinking indicators (CTIs)
28.2 Developing Critical Thinking Skills
critical-care pain observation tool
25.2 Physical Assessment
cromolyn sodium
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications
crutches
9.3 Transferring Patients
cryoprecipitated antihemophilic factor
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13 Summary
cryosurgery
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
crystalloid
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
Cullen sign
27.2 Physical Assessment
Cultural awareness
3.1 Therapeutic Communication
cultural competence
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences
Cultural Formulation Interview
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
cultural humility
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.2 Comprehensive Interview Practices,
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing,
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,
5 Summary
cultural self-awareness
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing
cultural sensitivity
7.2 Factors Influencing Personal Hygiene
culturally
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing,
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing
culturally responsive care
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences
culture
Introduction,
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences,
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences,
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences,
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences,
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences,
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing,
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing,
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing,
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,
5 Summary
Culture Care Theory (CCT)
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing
Cupping
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing
Cushing syndrome
22.1 Head and Neck
cutaneous pain
16.1 The Pain Process
cyanosis
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
18.1 Respiratory System,
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
24.3 Nursing Assessment
cyclosporine
14.1 Administering Eye Medications
cystic acne
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
D
data analysis
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
data sharing
2.4 Collaborative Care
De Quervain tendonitis
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
debridement
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8 Summary
decongestant
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications,
14 Summary,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
decontamination
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management
deductive reasoning
28.2 Developing Critical Thinking Skills
deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
24.3 Nursing Assessment
defecation
27.1 Structure and Function
degenerative disk disease
25.2 Physical Assessment
degenerative joint disease (DJD)
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
dehydration
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.3 Considerations for Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances,
19.3 Considerations for Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances,
19.3 Considerations for Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
delirium
26.2 Physical Assessment,
26.2 Physical Assessment,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
delirium tremens
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
delusion
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
dementia
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
26.2 Physical Assessment,
26.2 Physical Assessment,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26 Summary
demographic data
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
demyelination
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
deoxygenated blood
24.1 Cardiovascular System,
24.1 Cardiovascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24 Summary
dependent nursing intervention
1.3 Nursing Process
depression
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
dermatome
26.2 Physical Assessment
dermatosis papulose nigra
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
dermis
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21 Summary
descriptive theory
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
developmental theory
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
dextran
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
diabetes
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.1 The Pain Process
diabetes mellitus
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion
diabetic neuropathy
8.3 Wound Management,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
diagnosis
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process,
Introduction,
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
dialysis
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination,
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination,
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination
diaphoresis
15.4 Temperature
diaphragm
15.1 Performing a General Survey
diarrhea
27.1 Structure and Function,
27.1 Structure and Function,
27.2 Physical Assessment,
27.2 Physical Assessment,
27.3 Recognizing Common Abdominal Disorders,
27 Summary,
27 Summary
diastole
24.1 Cardiovascular System,
24.1 Cardiovascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.3 Nursing Assessment
diastolic
15.1 Performing a General Survey
dicrotic notch
24.1 Cardiovascular System
Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)
17.1 Nutritional Concepts
diffusion
18.1 Respiratory System,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
diluent
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications
dimensional analysis
11.2 Dosing
diplopia
22.2 Eyes,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
dipstick
10.1 Urine Specimen
direct care activity
1.3 Nursing Process
discolored teeth
22 Summary
disseminated zoster
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
distractibility
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
distress
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain,
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain,
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain,
16.4 Pain Assessment
diversity
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences,
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences,
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing,
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,
5 Summary
diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)
2.1 Changing with Trends
dornase alfa
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14 Summary
dorsal venous network
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
dorsalis pedis pulse
15.5 Heart Rate
dorsiflexors
9.4 Positioning in Bed
dorsogluteal site
12.6 Administering Intramuscular Injections,
12.6 Administering Intramuscular Injections
Down syndrome
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
drip chamber
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13.4 Blood Transfusions
droplet transmission
6.1 Infection Cycle
Drug action
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
drug classification
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
drug indication
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
drug interaction
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
drug metabolism
12.1 Administering Oral Medications
dry powder inhaler (DPI)
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications
dura mater
26.1 Structure and Function
dyskinesia
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
dysphagia
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.4 Nutritional Assessment,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22 Summary,
26.2 Physical Assessment,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26 Summary
dysphoric
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
dyspnea
15.6 Respiration,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment,
23 Summary
dysrhythmia
18.2 Cardiovascular System
dysuria
27.2 Physical Assessment
E
ear irrigation
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14 Summary
eardrum
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14 Summary
early remission
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
earwax impaction
22.3 Ears
Ebola
6.2 Asepsis and PPE
eccentric muscle contractions
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
ecchymosis
27.2 Physical Assessment
Ectropion
22.2 Eyes
eczema
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21 Summary
edema
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.3 Considerations for Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances,
19 Key Terms
ejection fraction (EF)
18.2 Cardiovascular System
electrolyte balance
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy
electronic health record (EHR)
2.1 Changing with Trends,
2.1 Changing with Trends,
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History
electronic medical record (EMR)
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
electronic medication administration record (eMAR)
11.3 Documentation of Medication Administration,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
16.4 Pain Assessment,
16.5 Pain Management
elimination
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21 Summary
emesis
27.1 Structure and Function
emollient
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
emotion-focused coping
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice
empathy
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.2 Comprehensive Interview Practices,
3.2 Comprehensive Interview Practices,
3.3 Patient Education and Teaching
emulsion
12.1 Administering Oral Medications
end-of-life issues
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
end-systolic volume
24.1 Cardiovascular System
endocardium
24.1 Cardiovascular System
endocytosis
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
endothelium
24.1 Cardiovascular System
enophthalmos
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
environmental control
5 Summary
Environmental Theory
2.1 Changing with Trends
epidermis
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.2 Wound Assessment,
8.3 Wound Management,
8 Summary,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
epilepsy
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26 Summary
erythema
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.2 Wound Assessment,
8.3 Wound Management,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
erythromycin ophthalmic ointment
14.1 Administering Eye Medications
esophageal duodenostomy (EGD)
17.4 Nutritional Assessment
Ethical guidelines and standards
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
ethmoid bone
22.1 Head and Neck
ethnocentrism
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing
etiology of pain
16.1 The Pain Process
euphoric
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
eustachian tube
22.3 Ears
euthymic
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
evaluation
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice,
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1 Summary
evaporation
15.4 Temperature
evidence-based practice (EBP)
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice,
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice,
2.1 Changing with Trends
excoriation
8.1 Wound Classification
exocytosis
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
Exophthalmos
22.2 Eyes
expiration
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
23.1 Structure and Function,
23.1 Structure and Function,
23.2 Physical Assessment of the Thorax,
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment,
23 Summary
explicit bias
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences
external auditory canal
22.3 Ears
external ear
22.3 Ears
external factor
9.2 Assessing Mobility
external fixation
9.5 Limited Movement Devices
external stimulus
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
extracellular
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
extracellular fluid (ECF)
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
extraocular movement
22.2 Eyes
extravasation
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
eye assessment
22.2 Eyes
eye medication disks
14.1 Administering Eye Medications
eye ointments
14.1 Administering Eye Medications
eyebrow
22.2 Eyes
eyelashes
22.2 Eyes
eyelid
22.2 Eyes
F
facial bones
22.1 Head and Neck
facial drooping
22.1 Head and Neck
false vocal cords
18.1 Respiratory System
familial disease
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
family history
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
fat
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17 Summary
fatigue
9.2 Assessing Mobility
febrile
13.4 Blood Transfusions
fecal occult blood card
10.2 Stool Collection
fecal occult blood test (FOBT)
10.2 Stool Collection
femoral pulse
15.5 Heart Rate
fenestrated capillaries
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
fetal alcohol spectrum disorder
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
fiber
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17 Summary
fibrillation
24.1 Cardiovascular System,
24.1 Cardiovascular System,
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
24.3 Nursing Assessment
fibroelastic membrane
23.1 Structure and Function
fibrosis
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function,
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function
fibrous connective tissue
9.2 Assessing Mobility
Fidelity
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice
fight-or-flight response
16.2 Responses to Pain
filiform wart
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
filtered tubing
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
filtration
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
financial abuse
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
Fine crackles (rales)
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment
first line therapy
16.5 Pain Management
first morning void (FMV) sample
10.1 Urine Specimen
fistula
8.3 Wound Management
Five Rights of Delegation
2.3 Practice Standards,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7 Summary
flash
22.2 Eyes
flat affect
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
flat wart
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
flatback syndrome
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
flatulence
27.1 Structure and Function
floater
22.2 Eyes
Florence Nightingale
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice,
2.1 Changing with Trends,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication
fluctuance
8.1 Wound Classification
fluid balance
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes,
19 Summary
fluid overload
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13 Summary
fluid volume deficit (FVD)
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
fluid volume excess (FVE)
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
flush
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13.4 Blood Transfusions
fluticasone inhalation
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications
fluticasone propionate nasal spray
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications
fluticasone-salmeterol inhalation powder
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications
foam mattress
9.4 Positioning in Bed
focused assessment
1.3 Nursing Process
folliculitis
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21 Summary
food desert
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition
foot drop syndrome
9.4 Positioning in Bed
forearm
9.3 Transferring Patients
forearm length
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
forensic nurse examiners
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
formed elements
24.1 Cardiovascular System
foul purulent
8.2 Wound Assessment
Four Cs of Culture
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing
four-point walkers
9.3 Transferring Patients
Fourth-degree burn
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management
framework of nursing theory
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
friction
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.2 Wound Assessment,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8 Summary
frontal bone
22.1 Head and Neck
frostbite
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management
full-thickness
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management,
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management,
8 Summary
Full-thickness (third-degree)
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management
functional blockage
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
functional brace
9.5 Limited Movement Devices
functional status
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
functional urinary incontinence
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination
fungal skin infection
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21 Summary
G
gait
9.2 Assessing Mobility,
9.2 Assessing Mobility,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.2 Physical Assessment,
26.2 Physical Assessment,
26.2 Physical Assessment,
26 Summary
ganglion cyst
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
gas exchange
15.6 Respiration,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18 Summary,
23.1 Structure and Function,
23.1 Structure and Function
gastric cancer
27.3 Recognizing Common Abdominal Disorders
gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
gauge
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12.6 Administering Intramuscular Injections,
12.6 Administering Intramuscular Injections,
12 Summary
gauze
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
gel overlay mattress
9.4 Positioning in Bed
general systems theory
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
generalization
28.2 Developing Critical Thinking Skills
genital wart
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
gingivitis
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7 Summary
glaucoma
14.1 Administering Eye Medications,
14.1 Administering Eye Medications,
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14 Summary,
22.2 Eyes,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.2 Physical Assessment
glottis
18.1 Respiratory System
gloves
6.2 Asepsis and PPE,
6.2 Asepsis and PPE,
6.3 Sterile Technique,
6.4 Infection Control and Patient Safety,
6.4 Infection Control and Patient Safety
glucagon nasal powder
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications
glycerin rectal suppositories
14.5 Administering Other Medications
glycolax
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition
glycolipid
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
glycopyrronium
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications
gout
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders,
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
granulation tissue
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management
Grey Turner sign
27.2 Physical Assessment
guidewire
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
gustation
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
H
halitosis
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22 Summary
hallux valgus
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
halo
22.2 Eyes
hand atomizer
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14 Summary
hand hygiene
6.2 Asepsis and PPE,
6.2 Asepsis and PPE,
6.2 Asepsis and PPE,
6.2 Asepsis and PPE,
6.4 Infection Control and Patient Safety,
6.4 Infection Control and Patient Safety,
6 Summary
harmful drinking
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
hazardous drinking
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
head injury
22.1 Head and Neck,
22.1 Head and Neck,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22 Summary
headache
22.1 Head and Neck
health disparity
2.1 Changing with Trends,
2.2 Patient-Centered Care,
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences
health equality
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
health history
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.3 Informatics,
4 Summary,
20 Summary
health information exchange (HIE)
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.3 Informatics
Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act
4.3 Informatics
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History
health literacy
3.2 Comprehensive Interview Practices,
3.3 Patient Education and Teaching,
3 Summary,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
health promotion
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice,
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice,
1 Summary,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
health record
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
healthcare-associated infection (HAI)
6.1 Infection Cycle
heart disease
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
15.1 Performing a General Survey
heart failure
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements,
15.5 Heart Rate,
15.6 Respiration,
15.7 Blood Pressure
heat stroke
15.4 Temperature
heat transfer
15.4 Temperature
heel protector
9.4 Positioning in Bed
hematemesis
27.2 Physical Assessment
hematoma
8.3 Wound Management
hematopoiesis
25.1 Structure and Function
hematuria
10.1 Urine Specimen
hemoglobin
15.6 Respiration
hemoglobinuria
13.4 Blood Transfusions
hemorrhagic stroke
15.7 Blood Pressure
hepatomegaly
27.3 Recognizing Common Abdominal Disorders
hereditary disease
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
herniated disk
16.1 The Pain Process
herpes simplex
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
herpes zoster
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21 Summary
Hildegard Peplau
2.1 Changing with Trends
holistic care
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences
hollow viscera
27.1 Structure and Function
homeopathy
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing
homeostasis
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18 Summary,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination,
19 Summary,
24.1 Cardiovascular System,
24.1 Cardiovascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24 Summary,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function
Hordeolum (also, stye)
22.2 Eyes
hormone
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
household system
11.2 Dosing
hydrocodone
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
hydrostatic pressure
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes,
19 Key Terms,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
hydroxylation
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
hygiene
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.2 Factors Influencing Personal Hygiene,
7.2 Factors Influencing Personal Hygiene,
7.2 Factors Influencing Personal Hygiene,
7.2 Factors Influencing Personal Hygiene,
7.2 Factors Influencing Personal Hygiene,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7 Summary
hyperactive bowel sounds
27.2 Physical Assessment
hypercapnia
18.1 Respiratory System
hyperchloremia
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
hypercortisolism
22.1 Head and Neck
hyperkalemia
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.3 Considerations for Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances
hyperlordosis
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
hypermagnesemia
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
hyperopia (farsightedness)
22.2 Eyes
hyperosmolar hyperglycemia
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
hyperphosphatemia
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
hyperpnea
27.1 Structure and Function
hypertension
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.2 Comprehensive Interview Practices,
3.3 Patient Education and Teaching,
3.3 Patient Education and Teaching,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
15.7 Blood Pressure
hypertonia
26.2 Physical Assessment
hypertonic solutions
19.3 Considerations for Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances
hyperventilation
15.6 Respiration,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning
hypervolemia
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.3 Considerations for Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances,
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination
hypochloremia
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
hypodermis
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21 Summary
hypoglycemia
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications
hypokinesia
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
hypomagnesemia
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
hyponatremia
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.3 Considerations for Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances
hypophosphatemia
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
hypopigmentation
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
hypoproteinemia
8.1 Wound Classification
hypothesis
28.2 Developing Critical Thinking Skills
hypotonia
26.2 Physical Assessment
hypotonic hyponatremia
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
hypotonic solutions
19.3 Considerations for Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances
hypovolemia
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.3 Considerations for Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances,
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination
hypovolemic
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
hypovolemic shock
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management
hypoxemia
18.1 Respiratory System
I
ideal body weight (IBW)
17.1 Nutritional Concepts
illness period
6.1 Infection Cycle
illness prevention
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice
imiquimod cream
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
immobility
7.1 Hygiene Practices
immobilization device
9.5 Limited Movement Devices
immune system
15.4 Temperature,
15.4 Temperature,
Introduction,
23.2 Physical Assessment of the Thorax,
23.4 Breast and Lymphatic System,
23 Summary
immunosuppressants
11.2 Dosing
impaired mobility
9.2 Assessing Mobility
implementation
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice,
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process
implicit bias
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences
improper reconstitution
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications
improved patient outcomes
2.2 Patient-Centered Care
impulse control
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
inadequate nutrition
7.1 Hygiene Practices
inappropriate affect
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
incision
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management
inclusion
Introduction,
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing,
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing,
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing,
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,
5 Summary
incubation period
6.1 Infection Cycle
incus
22.3 Ears
independent nursing intervention
1.3 Nursing Process
indirect care activity
1.3 Nursing Process
indirect transmission
6.1 Infection Cycle
individualism
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences
induced sputum collection
10.3 Sputum Collection
inductive reasoning
28.2 Developing Critical Thinking Skills
Induration
8.2 Wound Assessment
indwelling urinary catheter (IUC)
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination
infection
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
infection control
6.1 Infection Cycle
infiltration
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
inflammatory response
6.1 Infection Cycle
inflammatory skin reaction
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
informed consent
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
infusion rate
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13 Summary
inhalation injuries
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management
inhaler
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14 Summary
initial health assessment
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History
injector device
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12 Summary
innervated
26.1 Structure and Function
insight
Introduction,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
inspection
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
27.2 Physical Assessment
inspiration
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
23.1 Structure and Function,
23.1 Structure and Function,
23.2 Physical Assessment of the Thorax,
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment
Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP)
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
instrumental ADL
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
insulin
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.4 Nutritional Assessment
integrated scheduling
2.4 Collaborative Care
integration
26.1 Structure and Function
integumentary system
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
intentional wound
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.2 Wound Assessment,
8.3 Wound Management,
8 Summary
intermediate-acting insulin
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications
intermittent catheterization
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination
intermittent infusion
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy
internal factor
9.2 Assessing Mobility
internal stimulus
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
International Association for the Study of Pain
Introduction
International Nonproprietary Names
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
interoperability
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History
interpersonal
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity
interpersonal violence
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
interprofessional education (IPE)
2.1 Changing with Trends
interstitial space
23.4 Breast and Lymphatic System
intimate partner violence
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
intoxication
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
intra-abdominal pressure (IAP)
27.1 Structure and Function,
27.1 Structure and Function,
27.1 Structure and Function,
27 Summary
intra-arterial
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications
intracardiac
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications
intracellular fluid (ICF)
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
intradermal (ID)
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications
intramuscular (IM)
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications
intraosseous
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications
intraperitoneal
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications
intrapersonal
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity
intrathecal
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications
intravascular
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
intravascular fluid
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
intravascular volume
18.2 Cardiovascular System
intravenous (IV)
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications
ipsilateral
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
iris
22.2 Eyes
ischemia
16.1 The Pain Process,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
24.1 Cardiovascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
24 Summary
isoelectric line
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function
isokinetic exercise
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
isometric contraction
24.1 Cardiovascular System
isotonic exercise
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
isotonic solutions
19.3 Considerations for Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances
isovolumetric contraction
24.1 Cardiovascular System
isovolumetric relaxation
24.1 Cardiovascular System
IV immunoglobulin (IVIG)
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy
IV push
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13 Summary
ivermectin
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
J
Jean Watson
2.1 Changing with Trends
Jehovah’s Witnesses
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
judgment
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
jugular (suprasternal) notch
23.1 Structure and Function
Jugular venous distension (JVD)
24.3 Nursing Assessment
K
Kaposi sarcoma
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
Katz Index of Independence in Activities of Daily Living
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
keratinization
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
keratinocyte
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
knee height
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
Knee walkers
9.3 Transferring Patients
Korotkoff sound
15.7 Blood Pressure
L
labile affect
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
labyrinthitis
22.3 Ears
lacrimal gland
22.2 Eyes
lactiferous ducts
23.4 Breast and Lymphatic System
lactiferous sinus
23.4 Breast and Lymphatic System
Langerhans cell
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
laryngeal edema
13.4 Blood Transfusions
larynx
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function,
22.1 Head and Neck,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22 Summary
latanoprost
14.1 Administering Eye Medications
Lawton-Brody Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Scale
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
laxatives
14.5 Administering Other Medications
left lower quadrant (LLQ)
27.1 Structure and Function
left upper quadrant (LUQ)
27.1 Structure and Function
Leininger’s theory of culture care diversity and universality
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
lens
22.2 Eyes
levator scapulae
22.1 Head and Neck
levothyroxine
22.1 Head and Neck
LGBTQIA+
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
lice
7 Summary
licensure
2.3 Practice Standards
ligament
25.1 Structure and Function
linear scleroderma
22.1 Head and Neck
lipohypertrophy
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections
liquefaction necrosis
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management
local signaling molecule
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
localized wound healing factor
8.3 Wound Management
lockout time
16.5 Pain Management
lofstrand
9.3 Transferring Patients
loss of sensation
7.1 Hygiene Practices
low air loss mattress
9.4 Positioning in Bed
Luer-lock
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications
lumbar lordosis
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
lupus nephropathy
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
lymph
Introduction,
23.4 Breast and Lymphatic System,
23.4 Breast and Lymphatic System,
23.4 Breast and Lymphatic System,
23 Summary
lymph node
22.1 Head and Neck,
22.1 Head and Neck,
22.1 Head and Neck,
22 Summary,
23.4 Breast and Lymphatic System
lymphadenopathy
23.4 Breast and Lymphatic System
M
maceration
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8 Summary,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
macrodrip
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
macronutrient
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.3 Specialized Diets
macula
22.2 Eyes
macular degeneration
22.2 Eyes
Madeleine Leininger’s Transcultural Nursing Theory
2.1 Changing with Trends
maintenance phase
3.2 Comprehensive Interview Practices,
3.2 Comprehensive Interview Practices,
3 Summary
maladaptive coping
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice
malignant melanoma
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21 Summary
malnutrition
8 Summary,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.4 Nutritional Assessment,
17.4 Nutritional Assessment,
17.4 Nutritional Assessment
mammary glands
23.4 Breast and Lymphatic System
mandatory reporter
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
mandatory reporting
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
mandible
22.1 Head and Neck
Mantoux tuberculin skin test (TST)
12.4 Administering Intradermal Injections
manubrium
23.1 Structure and Function
Maslow’s hierarchy of needs theory
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
maxilla
22.1 Head and Neck
McCaffrey Initial Pain Assessment Tool
16.4 Pain Assessment
meaningful use
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.3 Informatics,
4 Summary
median antebrachial
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
mediastinum
18.2 Cardiovascular System
medical asepsis
6.2 Asepsis and PPE,
6.2 Asepsis and PPE,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion
medical isolation gown
6.2 Asepsis and PPE
medical power of attorney
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History
medication administration
Introduction,
12.1 Administering Oral Medications,
12.1 Administering Oral Medications,
12.1 Administering Oral Medications,
12.1 Administering Oral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12 Summary
medication administration record (MAR)
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration,
11.3 Documentation of Medication Administration,
11.3 Documentation of Medication Administration
medication dosage
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
Medication Safety Program
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
melanin
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
melanocyte
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
memory
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
Ménière disease
22.3 Ears
mental illness
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
mental well-being
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
Merkel cell
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
message
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication
metabolic syndrome
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function
metabolism
15.4 Temperature,
15.6 Respiration,
15.6 Respiration,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.4 Nutritional Assessment,
17.4 Nutritional Assessment
metastasis
23.4 Breast and Lymphatic System
metered-dose inhaler
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14 Summary
metered-dose inhaler (MDI)
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications
methamphetamine
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
metric system
11.2 Dosing
microdrip
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
microorganism
6.1 Infection Cycle
midbrain
26.1 Structure and Function
migraine
22.1 Head and Neck
Military veterans
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
mindfulness
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
Mini-Mental State Exam
26.2 Physical Assessment
minimum data set (MDS)
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History
miosis
22.2 Eyes
mitotic activity
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
mixed incontinence
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination
mobility
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability,
9.2 Assessing Mobility,
9.2 Assessing Mobility,
9.2 Assessing Mobility,
9.2 Assessing Mobility,
9.3 Transferring Patients,
9.3 Transferring Patients,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21 Summary
mobility disability
9.2 Assessing Mobility
moderate alcohol use
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
modification of pain
16.1 The Pain Process
modified barium swallow study (MBSS)
17.4 Nutritional Assessment
Modified Early Warning Score (MEWS)
15.1 Performing a General Survey
MOHS procedure
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
Montgomery straps
8.3 Wound Management
mood
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
mood congruence
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
moral distress
2.1 Changing with Trends
morphea
22.1 Head and Neck
mosaic wart
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
mucous membrane
6.1 Infection Cycle
multidose vial
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications
multidrug-resistant organisms
6.4 Infection Control and Patient Safety
multiple sclerosis
7.2 Factors Influencing Personal Hygiene
multiple-draw needle
10.4 Blood Sampling
murmur
24.3 Nursing Assessment
muscular dystrophy
15.1 Performing a General Survey
musculoskeletal system
25.1 Structure and Function,
25.1 Structure and Function,
25.1 Structure and Function,
25.2 Physical Assessment
mydriasis
22.2 Eyes
myocardial infarction
15.7 Blood Pressure
myocardium
24.1 Cardiovascular System
myopia (nearsightedness)
22.2 Eyes
myxedema
22.1 Head and Neck
N
N95 respirator mask
6.2 Asepsis and PPE
narrowed pulse pressure
15.7 Blood Pressure
nasal
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications,
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications,
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications,
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications,
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications
nasal cavity
22.1 Head and Neck,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22 Summary
nasal congestion
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications,
14 Summary,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
nasal fracture
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
nasal obstruction
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
nasal polyp
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22 Summary
nasal powders
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications
nasal septum
22.1 Head and Neck,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22 Summary
nasal speculum
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
nasal sprays
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications
nasal turbinates
18.1 Respiratory System
National Center for Health Statistics
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN)
2.3 Practice Standards
National Council of State Boards of Nursing
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion
National Crime Victimization Survey
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
National Domestic Violence Hotline
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
National Institute for Aging
9.2 Assessing Mobility
National Institute on Drug Abuse
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice,
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
National Survey on Drug Use and Health
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
nebulizer
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14 Summary
needle
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.4 Administering Intradermal Injections,
12.4 Administering Intradermal Injections,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12.6 Administering Intramuscular Injections,
12.6 Administering Intramuscular Injections,
12.6 Administering Intramuscular Injections,
12 Summary,
12 Summary
needleless system
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications
needlestick injuries
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications
negative emotions
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.2 Responses to Pain,
16.2 Responses to Pain,
16.2 Responses to Pain,
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain
neglect
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20 Summary
neomycin
14.1 Administering Eye Medications
neonate
15.4 Temperature
nephromegaly
27.3 Recognizing Common Abdominal Disorders
nephrotic syndrome
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
nervous system
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
neti pot
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications
neurotransmitter
16.1 The Pain Process
night blindness
22.2 Eyes
Nightingale Training School for Nurses
2.1 Changing with Trends
nociception
16.1 The Pain Process
nociceptive pain
16.1 The Pain Process
non-weight-bearing
9.3 Transferring Patients
nonbullous impetigo
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
Nonmaleficence
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice
nonpharmacological therapy
16.5 Pain Management
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
16.5 Pain Management
nontherapeutic communication
3.1 Therapeutic Communication
nontunneled percutaneous central venous catheter
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
nonverbal communication
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.1 Performing a General Survey
nonverbal cues
26.1 Structure and Function
normal flora
6.1 Infection Cycle
North American Nursing Diagnosis Association
1.3 Nursing Process
nosebleed
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
nuchal rigidity
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
nurse anesthetist
2.1 Changing with Trends
nurse practitioner
2.1 Changing with Trends
nurse-midwives
2.1 Changing with Trends
Nurses’ Associated Alumnae of the United States and Canada
2.1 Changing with Trends
Nursing Code of Ethics
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
nursing diagnosis
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
nursing judgment
15.3 Vital Signs
Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC)
2.1 Changing with Trends
nursing metaparadigm
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
nursing process
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process,
2.3 Practice Standards
nursing shortage
2.1 Changing with Trends
O
obese
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements,
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements,
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
objective data
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
16 Summary,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
22.1 Head and Neck,
22.1 Head and Neck,
22.2 Eyes,
22.3 Ears,
22.3 Ears,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22 Summary,
22 Summary
obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment
occipital
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
occipital bone
22.1 Head and Neck
occlusive blockage
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
occult blood
10.2 Stool Collection,
10.2 Stool Collection,
10.2 Stool Collection,
10.2 Stool Collection
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
9.3 Transferring Patients
olfaction
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
oncology
2.1 Changing with Trends
oncotic pressure
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
one-time order
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
opioid analgesic
16.5 Pain Management
opioid receptors
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications
opioids
15.6 Respiration
optic atrophy
22.2 Eyes
optic disc
22.2 Eyes
optic nerve
22.2 Eyes
oral cancer
22 Summary
oral cavity
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
oral hygiene
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.2 Factors Influencing Personal Hygiene,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion
oral route
12.1 Administering Oral Medications
oral temperature
15.4 Temperature
oral trauma
15.4 Temperature
oral ulcers
22 Summary
orbit
22.1 Head and Neck
orthostatic hypotension
9.2 Assessing Mobility
orthostatic vital signs
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes
osmolality
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes
osmosis
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.3 Considerations for Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances,
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination
osmotic pressure
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
osseous tissue
25.1 Structure and Function
ossification
25.1 Structure and Function
osteoarthritis
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
osteomalacia
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
osteoporosis
9.2 Assessing Mobility,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
otic
14.1 Administering Eye Medications,
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14 Summary
otitis externa
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
22.3 Ears,
22 Summary
otoscope
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14 Summary,
22.3 Ears
over-the-counter medication
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
overflow incontinence
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination
overhydration
17.1 Nutritional Concepts
overweight
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements,
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
oxygen flowmeter
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications
oxygenated blood
24.1 Cardiovascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24 Summary
oxymetazoline nasal spray
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications
P
palliative care
16.4 Pain Assessment
palmar method
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management
palmar wart
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
palpating
15.5 Heart Rate
palpation
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
27.2 Physical Assessment,
27.2 Physical Assessment,
27.2 Physical Assessment,
27 Summary
Paper-based charting
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History
papillary layer
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
papilledema
22.2 Eyes
paradoxical effect
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
paralysis
25.2 Physical Assessment
paranasal sinuses
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
parasitic skin infection
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
parasympathetic nervous system
16.2 Responses to Pain,
16.2 Responses to Pain,
16 Summary,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function
parenteral
Introduction,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.4 Administering Intradermal Injections,
12 Summary
parenteral nutrition (PN)
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.3 Specialized Diets
parietal bones
22.1 Head and Neck
parietal pleura
23.1 Structure and Function
Parkland burn formula
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management
paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea (PND)
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment
Partial-thickness (second-degree)
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management,
8 Summary
passive immunity
6.1 Infection Cycle
passive listening
3.1 Therapeutic Communication
passive range of motion
25.2 Physical Assessment
passive range of motion ROM
9.2 Assessing Mobility
pathogen
6.1 Infection Cycle,
6.1 Infection Cycle,
6.1 Infection Cycle,
6.1 Infection Cycle,
6.1 Infection Cycle,
6.1 Infection Cycle,
6.4 Infection Control and Patient Safety,
6.4 Infection Control and Patient Safety,
6 Summary
Patient Care Partnership
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History
patient satisfaction
2.2 Patient-Centered Care
patient-centered care
2.2 Patient-Centered Care,
2.2 Patient-Centered Care,
2.2 Patient-Centered Care,
2.4 Collaborative Care
patient-controlled analgesia (PCA)
16.5 Pain Management
Patricia Benner
2.1 Changing with Trends
pattern of abuse
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
patterned injury
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
pectus excavatum
24.3 Nursing Assessment
pediatric collection device
10.1 Urine Specimen
pediatrics
2.1 Changing with Trends
pediculosis capitis
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
pediculosis corporis
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
pediculosis pubis
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
penetration
8.1 Wound Classification
per rectum
14.5 Administering Other Medications
per vagina
14.5 Administering Other Medications
perception of pain
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.2 Responses to Pain,
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain,
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain,
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain,
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain,
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain,
16 Summary
perfusion
15.6 Respiration,
Introduction,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function,
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18 Summary,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes
pericardial friction rub
24.3 Nursing Assessment
periodontitis
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7 Summary
peripheral artery disease
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.3 Nursing Assessment
peripheral intravenous (PIV) line
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy
Peripheral intravenous catheter
(PIVC)
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC)
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
peripheral nervous system (PNS)
26.1 Structure and Function
peripheral neuropathy
26.2 Physical Assessment
peripheral parenteral nutrition (PPN)
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy
peripheral pulse
15.5 Heart Rate
peripheral vascular disease
15.5 Heart Rate,
Introduction,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
24.3 Nursing Assessment,
24 Summary
peripheral vision
22.2 Eyes
peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC)
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
peritoneal space
27.3 Recognizing Common Abdominal Disorders
peritonsillar abscess
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
persistent toothache
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
personal hygiene
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.2 Factors Influencing Personal Hygiene,
7.2 Factors Influencing Personal Hygiene,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7 Summary
perspiration
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
phagocytosis
8.3 Wound Management
pharmacokinetics
11.2 Dosing
pharynx
18.1 Respiratory System,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
phlebitis
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
photodynamic therapy
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
physical abuse
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
physical dependence
16.5 Pain Management
physical finding
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
physical restraint
9.5 Limited Movement Devices
physical therapy
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.1 The Pain Process,
16.5 Pain Management,
16.5 Pain Management,
16.5 Pain Management,
16 Summary
physical violence
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
physiological diversity
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences
physiological factors
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain
pia mater
26.1 Structure and Function
piloerection
15.4 Temperature
pinworm
7.1 Hygiene Practices
placebo effect
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain
plantar wart
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
plasma
10.4 Blood Sampling,
10.4 Blood Sampling,
10 Summary,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13 Summary
plasminogen activator
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy
platelet
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13 Summary
pleura
23.1 Structure and Function
pleural cavity
23.1 Structure and Function
podus boot
9.4 Positioning in Bed
Poison Control
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
polypharmacy
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
polysaccharides
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
popliteal pulse
15.5 Heart Rate
post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain
post-void residual (PVR)
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination
postcapillary venule
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
posterior auricular
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
posterior tibial pulse
15.5 Heart Rate
postictal state
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
postinflammatory hyperpigmentation
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
postural drainage
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning
postural vital signs
19.2 Nursing Assessment for Fluid and Electrolytes
posture
9.2 Assessing Mobility
potassium chloride
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
powder
12.1 Administering Oral Medications,
12.1 Administering Oral Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12 Summary
PPE
6.2 Asepsis and PPE,
6.4 Infection Control and Patient Safety,
6.4 Infection Control and Patient Safety,
6 Summary
precaution
6.2 Asepsis and PPE
prefilled syringe
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12 Summary
preload
18.2 Cardiovascular System
presbycusis
22.3 Ears
presbyopia
22.2 Eyes
prescriptive theory
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
pressure injury
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.2 Wound Assessment,
8.3 Wound Management,
8 Summary,
9.4 Positioning in Bed,
9.4 Positioning in Bed,
9.5 Limited Movement Devices,
9.5 Limited Movement Devices
pressure ulcers
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion
primary headache
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
primary set
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
primary source
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
problem-focused coping
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice
prodromal
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
prodromal period
6.1 Infection Cycle
promethazine rectal
14.5 Administering Other Medications
proprioception
9.2 Assessing Mobility,
9.2 Assessing Mobility,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
protein
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.4 Nutritional Assessment,
17 Summary
protuberant
27.2 Physical Assessment
pruritus
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
psoriasis
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21 Summary
psychological trauma
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
psychomotor agitation
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
psychomotor domain
3.3 Patient Education and Teaching,
3.3 Patient Education and Teaching,
3.3 Patient Education and Teaching,
3.3 Patient Education and Teaching
psychomotor retardation
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
psychosocial factor
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain
psyllium
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition
pterion
22.1 Head and Neck
pterygium
22.2 Eyes
Ptosis
22.2 Eyes
pulmonary complications
15.6 Respiration
pulmonary embolism
24.3 Nursing Assessment
pulse oximeter
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.6 Respiration,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function,
18 Summary
pulse pressure
15.7 Blood Pressure
pulse rate
15.5 Heart Rate
pulselessness
25.2 Physical Assessment
puncture
8.1 Wound Classification
pupil
22.2 Eyes
Purulent
8.2 Wound Assessment
pyrexia
15.4 Temperature
Q
quad cane
9.3 Transferring Patients
qualitative research
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice,
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice,
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
Query-based exchange
4.3 Informatics
R
radiant warmer
15.4 Temperature
radiation
15.4 Temperature
rales
13.4 Blood Transfusions
random stool sample
10.2 Stool Collection
random urine sample
10.1 Urine Specimen
ratio
11.2 Dosing
ratio proportion method
11.2 Dosing
rebound tenderness
27.2 Physical Assessment
Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs)
17.1 Nutritional Concepts
record
12.1 Administering Oral Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections
rectal
14.5 Administering Other Medications,
14.5 Administering Other Medications,
14.5 Administering Other Medications,
14 Summary
rectal temperature
15.4 Temperature
red blood cell
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions
red marrow
25.1 Structure and Function
Reference Daily Intake (RDI)
17.1 Nutritional Concepts
Registered nurse (RN)
2.2 Patient-Centered Care
relative refractory period
24.1 Cardiovascular System
remote memory
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
resource allocation
2.2 Patient-Centered Care
respiration
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18 Summary
respiratory capacity
23.1 Structure and Function
respiratory volume
23.1 Structure and Function
response
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.2 Physical Assessment,
26.2 Physical Assessment,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
restoring health
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice
restraint
9.5 Limited Movement Devices
restricted affect
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
reticular layer
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
retina
22.2 Eyes
retraction
23.2 Physical Assessment of the Thorax
rheumatic disease
22.1 Head and Neck
rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
rhythm strip
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function
Right circumstance
2.3 Practice Standards
Right communication
2.3 Practice Standards
Right documentation
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
Right dose
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
Right drug
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
Right patient
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
Right reason
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
Right response
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
Right route
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
Right supervision
2.3 Practice Standards
Right time
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
right upper quadrant (RUQ)
27.1 Structure and Function
Rinne test
22.3 Ears
rod
22.2 Eyes
roller clamp
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions
route of the drug
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
routine order
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
Roy’s adaptation model
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
rubor
24.3 Nursing Assessment
rubrospinal tracts
26.1 Structure and Function
Rule of Nines
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management
S
saline
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13 Summary,
14.1 Administering Eye Medications,
14.1 Administering Eye Medications,
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications,
14 Summary,
14 Summary
sanguineous
8.2 Wound Assessment
sanitation
6.3 Sterile Technique
sanitization
6.2 Asepsis and PPE
sarcopenia
25.2 Physical Assessment
scalene muscles
22.1 Head and Neck
scaphoid
27.2 Physical Assessment
scleroderma (also, systemic sclerosis)
22.1 Head and Neck
scoliosis
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders,
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
scopolamine
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
scrapes
7.1 Hygiene Practices
sebaceous gland
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
seborrheic dermatitis
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21 Summary
secondary headache
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
secondary intention healing
8.3 Wound Management
secondary set
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
secondary source
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
self-advocacy
2.1 Changing with Trends
self-care
2.1 Changing with Trends,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
self-concept
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
self-harm
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
sensation
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.2 Physical Assessment,
26.2 Physical Assessment,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26 Summary
serous
8.2 Wound Assessment
serum drug level dosing
11.2 Dosing
severe obesity
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
Severity of Alcohol Dependence Questionnaire
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
sexually transmitted infections
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion
shear
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.2 Wound Assessment
shielded catheter
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
short-term dosing
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy
sickle cell anemia
15.1 Performing a General Survey
side effects
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
Sign language
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
simple goiter (also, endemic goiter)
22.1 Head and Neck
simplified referral
2.4 Collaborative Care
Sims position
14.5 Administering Other Medications
Single-dose vial
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications
sinoatrial (SA) node
24.1 Cardiovascular System
sinus headache
22.1 Head and Neck
sinus rhythm
24.1 Cardiovascular System
sinuses
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
Introduction,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22 Summary
sinusoid capillaries
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
Sister Callista Roy
2.1 Changing with Trends
skeletal muscle
25.1 Structure and Function
skeletal system
25.1 Structure and Function
skeletal traction
9.5 Limited Movement Devices
skin breakdown
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion
skin cancer
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
skin commensal
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
skin disorder
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
skin integrity
Introduction,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21 Summary
skinfold calipers
15.1 Performing a General Survey
sliding board
9.3 Transferring Patients
sling scale
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements,
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
sling transfer
9.3 Transferring Patients
social determinant of health (SDOH)
2.1 Changing with Trends,
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences
social history
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
Socioeconomic class
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences
sodium
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17 Summary
soft-mist inhaler
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications
solid viscera
27.1 Structure and Function
solute
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination,
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination,
19 Key Terms
somatic pain
16.1 The Pain Process
somatostatin analog
22.1 Head and Neck
specialized areas of nursing
2.1 Changing with Trends
specialty mattress
9.4 Positioning in Bed
specimen
10.1 Urine Specimen,
10.2 Stool Collection,
10.3 Sputum Collection,
10.3 Sputum Collection,
10.3 Sputum Collection,
10.3 Sputum Collection,
10.4 Blood Sampling,
10 Summary
sphenoid bone
22.1 Head and Neck
sphygmomanometer
15.1 Performing a General Survey
spina bifida occulta
25.2 Physical Assessment
spinal cord
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26 Summary
Spirometry
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning
splenomegaly
27.3 Recognizing Common Abdominal Disorders
SpO2
15.6 Respiration
spontaneous depolarization (also, prepotential depolarization)
24.1 Cardiovascular System
spontaneous sputum collection
10.3 Sputum Collection
sputum
Introduction,
10.3 Sputum Collection,
10.3 Sputum Collection,
10.3 Sputum Collection,
10.3 Sputum Collection,
10.3 Sputum Collection,
10 Summary
squamous cell carcinoma
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21 Summary
stabilization
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
Stable eschar
8.1 Wound Classification
stadiometer
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
Stahl ear
22.3 Ears
stalking
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
stand and pivot
9.3 Transferring Patients
Standards of Professional Performance
2.3 Practice Standards
standing order
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
standing scale
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements,
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
stapes
22.3 Ears
starches
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
steatorrhea
10.2 Stool Collection
stenosing tenosynovitis
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
stereognosis
26.2 Physical Assessment
sterile spike
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
sterilization
6.3 Sterile Technique
sternoclavicular joint
23.1 Structure and Function
sternocleidomastoid
22.1 Head and Neck
sternum
23.1 Structure and Function,
23.1 Structure and Function,
23.2 Physical Assessment of the Thorax,
23 Summary
steroids
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
14 Summary
stool for Clostridium difficile (C. diff) toxin
10.2 Stool Collection
stool for ova and parasites (O&P)
10.2 Stool Collection
stool specimen
10.2 Stool Collection
strabismus
22.2 Eyes
stratum corneum
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
stratum granulosum
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
strength
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability,
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability,
9.2 Assessing Mobility,
9.2 Assessing Mobility
strength exercise
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
stress incontinence
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination
stressors
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
stretching
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
striae
27.2 Physical Assessment
stroke
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
26.1 Structure and Function,
26.2 Physical Assessment,
26.2 Physical Assessment,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders,
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
subarachnoid space
26.1 Structure and Function
subcutaneous (SQ)
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications
subcutaneous emphysema
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning
subcutaneous tissue
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
subdued affect
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
subjective data
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
16.4 Pain Assessment,
16.4 Pain Assessment,
16.4 Pain Assessment,
16 Summary,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
22.1 Head and Neck,
22.3 Ears,
22 Summary
subpoena duces tecum
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History
substance abuse
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment,
20 Summary
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
substance use disorder (SUD)
7.2 Factors Influencing Personal Hygiene,
20.1 Mental Health Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20 Summary
sudden infant death syndrome
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
Suicide Prevention Resource Center
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
sulfonylureas
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition
sumatriptan nasal powder
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications
sun exposure
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
Superficial (first-degree)
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management
superficial temporal
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
superficial vein thrombosis (SVT)
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy
superinfection
8.3 Wound Management
supine position
9.2 Assessing Mobility
suppositories
14.5 Administering Other Medications,
14.5 Administering Other Medications,
14.5 Administering Other Medications,
14 Summary
suprasternal notch
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
surgical gown
6.2 Asepsis and PPE
Surgical Site Event Risk Assessment (SSERA) model
8.2 Wound Assessment
suspension
12.1 Administering Oral Medications
sustained remission
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
synovial fluid
25.1 Structure and Function
synovial joint
25.1 Structure and Function
syringe
12.1 Administering Oral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.4 Administering Intradermal Injections,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12.6 Administering Intramuscular Injections,
12.6 Administering Intramuscular Injections
system
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice,
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice,
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice,
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice,
1.3 Nursing Process,
1.3 Nursing Process
systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
systemic wound healing factor
8.3 Wound Management
systems of measurement
11.2 Dosing
systole
24.1 Cardiovascular System,
24.1 Cardiovascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.3 Nursing Assessment
systolic
15.1 Performing a General Survey
T
tablet
12.1 Administering Oral Medications,
12.1 Administering Oral Medications,
14.5 Administering Other Medications,
14 Summary
tachycardia
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications,
15.5 Heart Rate,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning
tachypnea
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
15.6 Respiration,
15.6 Respiration,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment,
23 Summary
tangential thinking
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
Tay-Sachs disease
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
teach-back method
3.1 Therapeutic Communication
tearful affect
20.1 Mental Health Assessment
telangiectasias
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
telehealth
2.1 Changing with Trends,
2.1 Changing with Trends,
2.1 Changing with Trends,
2.1 Changing with Trends
telehealth nursing hotlines
2.1 Changing with Trends
temporal bones
22.1 Head and Neck
temporal pulse
15.5 Heart Rate
tendon
25.1 Structure and Function
tenosynovitis
25.3 Recognizing Common Musculoskeletal Disorders
tension-type headaches
22.1 Head and Neck
termination phase
3.2 Comprehensive Interview Practices,
3.2 Comprehensive Interview Practices,
3 Summary
tetraplegia
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
The Joint Commission
1.3 Nursing Process,
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
9.5 Limited Movement Devices,
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
The National Institute on Aging
6.1 Infection Cycle
therapeutic communication
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.1 Therapeutic Communication,
3.2 Comprehensive Interview Practices,
3.2 Comprehensive Interview Practices,
3.2 Comprehensive Interview Practices,
3 Summary
therapeutic drug monitoring
11.2 Dosing
therapeutic exercise
9.1 Assessing Functional Ability
therapeutic range
10.4 Blood Sampling
thermoregulation
15.4 Temperature,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
third spacing
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes,
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
thoracic vertebrae
9.2 Assessing Mobility
thorax
23.1 Structure and Function,
23.1 Structure and Function,
23.2 Physical Assessment of the Thorax,
23.2 Physical Assessment of the Thorax,
23.2 Physical Assessment of the Thorax,
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment,
23.3 Breath Sounds and Lung Assessment,
23 Summary
three-day stool collection
10.2 Stool Collection
three-way stopcock
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
throat cancer
22 Summary
thrombosis
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
thyroid
22.1 Head and Neck
tidal volume
18.1 Respiratory System
time-released
12.1 Administering Oral Medications
timed urine collection
10.1 Urine Specimen
tinea barbae
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
tinea capitis
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
tinea corporis
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
tinea cruris
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
tinea pedis
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
tinea unguium
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
tiotropium/olodaterol
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications
tissue dilator
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
tissue injury
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy
tissue necrosis
8.2 Wound Assessment
tobramycin inhalation powder
14.4 Administering Inhaled Medications
tolerance
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration,
16.3 Factors Affecting Pain,
16.4 Pain Assessment,
16.5 Pain Management,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment
tongue depressor
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
tonicity
13.3 Intravenous Infusion,
13 Summary,
19.3 Considerations for Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances
tonsillar enlargement
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
tooth decay
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses,
22 Summary
tooth sensitivity
22.4 Mouth, Throat, Nose, and Sinuses
total body surface area (TBSA)
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management
total lung capacity (TLC)
23.1 Structure and Function
total parenteral nutrition (TPN)
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion,
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
trachea
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
23.1 Structure and Function,
23.1 Structure and Function,
23.2 Physical Assessment of the Thorax,
23 Summary
traction
9.5 Limited Movement Devices
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences
traditional healing
5.1 Understanding Cultural Differences,
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing,
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,
5 Summary
transcellular fluid
19.1 Fluid and Electrolytes
transcultural nursing
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing
transcytosis
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
transdermal administration
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
transduction of pain
16.1 The Pain Process
transection
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
transfer device
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
transgender
5.4 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
transient ischemic attacks (TIAs)
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
transmission
Introduction,
6.1 Infection Cycle,
6.2 Asepsis and PPE,
6.2 Asepsis and PPE,
6.2 Asepsis and PPE,
6.4 Infection Control and Patient Safety,
6 Summary
transmission of pain
16.1 The Pain Process
transmission-based precautions
6.4 Infection Control and Patient Safety
transparency
3.1 Therapeutic Communication
transparent communication
2.2 Patient-Centered Care
trapezius
22.1 Head and Neck
trauma
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management,
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management,
8 Summary
trauma-informed care
3.2 Comprehensive Interview Practices
treatment plan
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation
triamcinolone nasal
14.3 Administering Nasal Medications
trigeminal neuralgia
26.3 Recognizing Common Neurological Disorders
true vocal cords
18.1 Respiratory System
tunneled central venous catheter
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
twenty-four-hour urine collection
10.1 Urine Specimen
tympanic membrane
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14 Summary,
22.3 Ears,
22.3 Ears,
22.3 Ears,
22.3 Ears,
22 Summary
type A blood
13.4 Blood Transfusions
type AB blood
13.4 Blood Transfusions
type B blood
13.4 Blood Transfusions
type O blood
13.4 Blood Transfusions
U
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
17.1 Nutritional Concepts
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
5.2 Ethical Practice in Culture and Diversity,
5.3 Cultural Practice in Nursing,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
U.S. Health and Human Services
9.2 Assessing Mobility
ulcer
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.2 Wound Assessment,
8.3 Wound Management
ultrasound
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy
umbilicus
14.5 Administering Other Medications
underweight
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements,
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements,
15.2 Common Types of Anthropometric Measurements
unintentional wound
8.1 Wound Classification
United States Adopted Names (USAN) Council
11.1 Rights of Medication Administration
unlicensed assistive personnel
12.1 Administering Oral Medications
urge incontinence
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination
urinary casts
10.1 Urine Specimen
urinary incontinence (UI)
19.4 Nursing Management of Elimination
urinary tract infection
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.1 Hygiene Practices,
7.3 Assisting with Hygiene and Health Promotion,
7 Summary,
9.2 Assessing Mobility
usability
4.3 Informatics
V
vacutainer adapter
10.4 Blood Sampling
vacutainer needle
10.4 Blood Sampling
valve
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning
vancomycin
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.1 Principles of Intravenous Therapy,
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
varicella
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
varicose veins
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.3 Nursing Assessment
vascular access device
13.2 Intravenous Device Insertion
vasculature
15.7 Blood Pressure
vasoconstriction
15.7 Blood Pressure
vasodilation
15.7 Blood Pressure
vasopressin
13.3 Intravenous Infusion
vastus lateralis
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.6 Administering Intramuscular Injections,
12.6 Administering Intramuscular Injections,
12 Summary
vector transmission
6.1 Infection Cycle
vein
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
venipuncture
10.4 Blood Sampling,
10.4 Blood Sampling,
10.4 Blood Sampling,
10.4 Blood Sampling,
10.4 Blood Sampling
venous insufficiency
8.3 Wound Management,
8 Summary,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System,
24 Summary
venous reserve
18.2 Cardiovascular System
venous stasis
9.2 Assessing Mobility
ventilation
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.3 Factors Affecting Cardiopulmonary Function,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18 Summary
ventricle
15.5 Heart Rate
ventricular ejection
24.1 Cardiovascular System
ventricular fibrillation
15.5 Heart Rate
ventricular gallop
24.3 Nursing Assessment
ventrogluteal site
12.6 Administering Intramuscular Injections,
12.6 Administering Intramuscular Injections
venules
24.2 Peripheral Vascular System
Veracity
1.1 Principles of Nursing Practice
vertigo
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14.2 Administering Ear Medications,
14 Summary,
22.3 Ears,
22.3 Ears,
22.3 Ears
vestibular function
9.2 Assessing Mobility
Vestibulospinal tracts
26.1 Structure and Function
vial
12.2 Administering Parenteral Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.3 Preparing Unit-Dose Packaged Medications,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12.5 Administering Subcutaneous Injections,
12.6 Administering Intramuscular Injections
victim-offender overlap
20.3 Abuse and Neglect Assessment
virtual consultations
2.1 Changing with Trends
visceral pleura
23.1 Structure and Function
visceromegaly
27.3 Recognizing Common Abdominal Disorders
visual acuity
22.2 Eyes
visual field
22.2 Eyes
visual perception
9.2 Assessing Mobility
visual reflex
22.2 Eyes
vital sign
4.1 Foundations for a Complete Electronic Health Record: Accurate Health History,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
4.2 Data Collection and Documentation,
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.1 Performing a General Survey,
15.3 Vital Signs,
15.3 Vital Signs,
15.6 Respiration,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.1 Respiratory System,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.2 Cardiovascular System,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning,
18.4 Management of Impaired Cardiopulmonary Functioning
vitamin
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.1 Nutritional Concepts,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.2 Factors Affecting Nutrition,
17.3 Specialized Diets,
17.4 Nutritional Assessment
vitamin D production
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin
vitiligo
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
vitreous humor
22.2 Eyes
voluntary guarding
27.2 Physical Assessment
W
walker
9.3 Transferring Patients
Watson’s theory of human caring
1.2 Evidence-Based Practice
weak pulse
15.5 Heart Rate
wearable devices
2.1 Changing with Trends
Weber test
22.3 Ears
wedge pillow
9.4 Positioning in Bed
weight measurement
15.1 Performing a General Survey
wheal
12.4 Administering Intradermal Injections,
12.4 Administering Intradermal Injections,
12.4 Administering Intradermal Injections,
12 Summary
white blood cells
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13.4 Blood Transfusions,
13 Summary
whitehead
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
widened pulse pressure
15.7 Blood Pressure
withdrawal
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20.2 Substance Use Disorder Assessment,
20 Summary
wound
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.1 Wound Classification,
8.2 Wound Assessment,
8.2 Wound Assessment,
8.2 Wound Assessment,
8.2 Wound Assessment,
8.2 Wound Assessment,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.3 Wound Management,
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management,
8.4 Burn Injuries and Management,
8 Summary
wound care
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
wound healing
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.1 Structure and Functions of the Skin,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity,
21.2 Factors Affecting Skin Integrity
wound thickness
8.2 Wound Assessment
X
Y
yellow marrow
25.1 Structure and Function
Z
Zimmer frame
9.3 Transferring Patients
zoonosis
6.1 Infection Cycle
zygomatic bone
22.1 Head and Neck