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Call light system
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A system that allows a patient or resident to call for help; usually consists of a call light control, a light in the hall, and a panel of lights at the nurses' station or some other central location
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Gatches
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The joints at the hips and knees of the mattresses of most adjustable beds that allow the mattress to "break" so that the person's head can be elevated or his knees bent
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General lighting
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Lighting that supplies overall illumination (light), allowing a person to see and move about safely
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Over-bed table
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A table that fits over a bed or a chair and can be raised or lowered as needed
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Reverse Trendelenburg's position
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One of the basic positions in which the head of the mattress is raised so the person's head is higher than her feet
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Task lighting
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Bright light directed toward a specific area, used for activities that require good lighting to prevent eyestrain
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Trendelenburg's position
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One of the basic positions in which the foot of the mattress is raised so that the person's head is lower than her feet
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Unit
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A patient's or resident's room
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Ventilation system
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A system that provides fresh air and keeps air circulating throughout a building
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