Category: C

Canalis centralis; a small canal in the center of the spinal cord extending from the fourth ventricle to the conus medullaris. It contains cerebrospinal fluid.  

A canal in the petrous portion of the temporal bone that transmits the internal carotid artery and the interior carotid plexus of sympathetic nerves.  

An individualized and standardized outcome measure designed for use by occupational therapists to assess clients’ perceptions of change in their ability to perform the activities and tasks of daily living. The patient identifies problems in daily function that are then measured on the basis of performance and client satisfaction.  

An organization affiliated with the Canadian Nurses Association that is responsible for administering the nursing licensure examination to graduates of approved nursing schools. Successful completion of the examination qualifies the candidate as a registered nurse. The examination is analogous to the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) in the U.S.  

The official national organization for professional nurses from the 10 provinces of Canada and the Northwest Territories. All services provided by the organization are offered in English and French.  

The Canadian government’s federal agency that funds and oversees scientific research into diseases, health outcomes, and health technologies.  

Any infection caused by Campylobacter species, especially one that causes gastrointestinal disease.  

The former name of the bacterium now called Helicobacter pylori.  

A subspecies of C. fetus formerly called Vibrio fetus. It is the most frequent bacterial cause of gastroenteritis in the U.S. The disease is usually self-limiting. Treatment consists of fluid and electrolyte replacement and administration of the antibiotic to which the organism is sensitive. Infection with Campylobacter jejuni is strongly associated with Guillain-Barre syndrome.  

A species with several subspecies that can cause disease in both humans and animals.