Stoma
An Artificial Opening Created For Waste Elimination, Requiring Specialized Nursing Care.

Perineal Care
A Nursing Procedure To Clean And Protect The Perineal Area, Especially In Patients With Incontinence.

Incontinence
The Inability To Control Urination Or Defecation, Requiring Skin Protection And Skin Assessment.

Moisture Barrier Cream
A Topical Product Used To Protect Skin From Breakdown, Especially In Incontinent Patients.

Braden Scale
A Tool Used To Predict Risk Of Pressure Injury Development.

Skin Assessment
A Nursing Evaluation Of Skin Integrity To Identify Pressure Injuries Or Other Issues.

Contracture
A Permanent Tightening Of Muscles Or Tendons Due To Immobility, Prevented With Range Of Motion Exercises.

Range Of Motion Exercises
Movements Performed To Maintain Joint Flexibility And Prevent Contractures.

Transfer Technique
A Safe Method For Moving Patients From One Surface To Another, Preventing Injury To Patient And Nurse.

Bed Alarm
A Safety Device Used To Alert Staff When A High Risk Patient Attempts To Leave The Bed.