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Bloodborne pathogens training is a lifesaver for correctional staff
Donny R. Giles, training manager at the Metro-Davidson County Detention Facility in Nashville, Tenn., knows that by taking simple steps every day...
Corrections Today, 06/01/09 by Lisette Hilton · More from publication -
Preventive dentistry
Definition Definition Preventive dentistry is the area of dentistry that focuses on those procedures and life practices that help people to prevent...
Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health, 02/28/05 by Lisette Hilton · More from publication -
Tooth extraction
Definition Definition Tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth from its socket in the bone. It is performed to control disease, improve function,...
Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health, 02/28/05 by Lisette Hilton · More from publication -
Cold sore
Definition Definition A cold sore is a clear, fluid-filled blister, which often appears on the lips or nose. Cold sores, also referred to as fever...
Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health, 02/28/05 by Lisette Hilton · More from publication -
Licensed practical nurse
Definition Definition Licensed practical nurses (L.P.N.s) work under the direction of physicians and registered nurses to provide wellness,...
Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health, 02/28/05 by Lisette Hilton · More from publication -
Advanced practice nurses
Definition Definition Advanced practice nurses are typically those nurses prepared at the master's or doctoral level, and they fall into four...
Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health, 02/28/05 by Lisette Hilton · More from publication -
Boils
Definition Definition Boils, also called furuncles, and carbuncles are bacterial infections of hair follicles and surrounding skin that form...
Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health, 02/28/05 by Lisette Hilton · More from publication -
Cosmetic dentistry
Definition Definition Cosmetic, or aesthetic, dentistry focuses on improving appearance and facial self-image by correcting the alignment, shape,...
Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health, 02/28/05 by Lisette Hilton · More from publication -
Dental hygiene
Definition Definition Dental hygiene is the profession of cleaning teeth and helping patients maintain oral health. Dental hygienists are licensed...
Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health, 02/28/05 by Lisette Hilton · More from publication -
Fever
Definition Definition Fever is defined as an abnormally high body temperature or a regulated rise to a new set point of body temperature. While a...
Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health, 02/28/05 by Lisette Hilton · More from publication
