Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care Study Guide Graded A+

fluid overload {Ans: a condition that occurs when the body cannot handle the amount of fluid consumed}nutrient {Ans: a necessary substance that provides energy, promotes growth and health, and helps regulate metabolism}nutrition {Ans: how the body uses food to maintain health}output {Ans: all fluid that is eliminated from the body; includes urine, feces, vomitus, perspiration, moisture that is exhaled in the air, and wound drainage}dysphagia {Ans: difficulty swallowing}intake {Ans: the fluid a person consumes; also called input}nasogastric tube {Ans: a feeding tube that is inserted into the nose and goes to the stomach}edema {Ans: swelling caused by excess fluid in body tissues}diet cards {Ans: cards that list the resident's name and information about special diets, allergies, likes and dislikes, and other dietary instructions}dehydration {Ans: a serious condition resulting from an inadequate amount of fluid in the body}