Wasting Away or Deterioration of Muscle Is Called

question 27

Multiple Choice

Wasting away or deterioration of muscle is called

• A) hypertrophy.
• B) ankylosis.
• C) atrophy.
• D) myositis.

---

Definitions:

Evidence-Based Nursing Practice

Nursing care practices that are grounded in the most current, scientifically valid research.

Documentation

The process of systematically recording, retaining, and retrieving information, often for the purpose of providing evidence.

Charting

The practice of recording patient information, treatments, and medical history in a systematic way, crucial for health care documentation.

Nursing Assistive Personnel (NAP)

Nurses' aides, who perform fundamental nursing duties under the guidance of registered nurses or licensed practical nurses, undertaking responsibilities like helping patients with bathing, getting dressed, and eating.