CNA Study Guide (Letter C)

Front

A device that allows the residents to request assistance from healthcare staff

Back

Call light

Front

Abnormal cell growth in an uncontrolled way

Back

Cancer

Front

Sudden stopping/cessation of the heartbeat

Back

Cardiac Arrest

Front

A medical procedure when a person's heart or lungs stop

Back

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

Front

Made up of the heart, blood, and blood vessels

Back

Cardiovascular System

Front

When a person has trouble remembering everyday life

Back

Care impaired

Front

A plan for a resident that team members must do to help resident reach goal

Back

Care plan

Front

Keep fractured bones in place

Back

Cast

Front

A condition which the lens of the eyes becomes cloudy, causing vision loss

Back

Cataracts

Front

Tube inserted in body opening that is used to drain fluids

Back

Catheter