Caregiving Quizlet: Key Terms & Concepts
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Basic personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility.
- Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)
- More complex daily tasks like managing finances, shopping, meal preparation, and transportation.
- Respite Care
- Temporary relief provided to caregivers, giving them a break while ensuring continuous care for the patient.
- Chronic Illness
- A long-term medical condition that requires ongoing management and care, such as diabetes or Alzheimer’s disease.
- Dementia
- A group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking, and social abilities severely enough to interfere with daily life.
- Palliative Care
- Specialized medical care focused on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of serious illness, improving quality of life.
- Caregiver Burnout
- Physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by the prolonged stress of caregiving responsibilities.
- Home Health Aide (HHA)
- A professional caregiver who provides in-home care services, assisting with personal care and basic medical needs.
- Advanced Directive
- A legal document stating a person’s wishes regarding medical treatment in circumstances where they are no longer able to express informed consent.
- Medicare
- A federal health insurance program in the U.S. primarily for people aged 65 and older, as well as for certain younger people with disabilities.
- Medicaid
- A joint federal and state program that helps with medical costs for some people with limited income and resources, including covering long-term care services.
- Patient Advocacy
- Acting on behalf of the patient’s interests, ensuring they receive the care and services they need.
- Power of Attorney (POA)
- A legal document that gives one person the authority to act on behalf of another in legal or financial matters.
- Care Plan
- A personalized plan created to meet the health and personal care needs of a patient.
- Hospice Care
- End-of-life care focused on comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment, typically provided when life expectancy is six months or less.
