Chapter 3, Problem 9CR

The term meaning a surgical incision into a nerve is a/an ___________________.

Because of the pain medication, Gladys Gwynn may not be able to speak for herself. Since she has no relatives to help, is it appropriate for Dr. Johnstone to make the decision about surgery for her? Given these circumstances, is it possible that when Gladys moved into Sunny Meadows they had her sign a Health Care Power of Attorney to someone at the facility?

The term meaning the surgical repair of a muscle is _________________ .

Definition Correct Answer Possible Answers visual examination _______________________ -rrhea rupture _______________________ -rrhexis abnormal narrowing _______________________ -sclerosis abnormal hardening _______________________ -scopy flow or discharge _______________________ -stenosis

When treating a bloody wound, the caregiver is required to wear protective gloves. Discuss the possible reasons for this. Is this step taken to protect the patient against diseases on the caregivers hands? Is this step required to protect the caregiver from a bloodborne disease that the patient might have?

Divide each term into its component word parts. Write these word parts, in sequence, on the lines provided. When necessary use a slash/ to indicate a combining vowel. You may not need all of the lines provided. Aneurysmorrhaphy means surgical suturing of a ruptured aneurysm. _______________ _________________ ________________ _________________