Author: Glossary

Inflammation of adventitia and tissues around the aorta.  

The name of the ring structure of the chemical nucleus of the steroids.  

The fluid used to perfuse a tissue or organ.  

Any criterion used to assess the efficiency or the quality of health care.  

A synonym for “nonverbal intelligence” as measured by standard psychometric tests.  

Any enhancement in health care operations (e.g., communications, laboratory operations, patient safety, profitability, resource utilization).  

A formal means of gauging an adult’s capacity to thrive independently that measures home management and personal care skills, mobility, safety, and outcome.  

Functional classifications of tasks and roles used by occupational therapists for assessment and goal-setting, including activities of daily living, work and other productive activities, and leisure and play.  

The pointed tip of the acrosome of the spermatozoa.