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Nursing practice

Delegation, prioritization, scope of practice and the working words of the profession.

well child visitA routine check-up for a healthy child to follow growth and development, give vaccines and screen for problems.

well-beingA state of being healthy, comfortable and content in body, mind and social life.

WICWomen, Infants, and Children: a US government program giving healthy food, nutrition advice and breastfeeding support to families with low incomes.

within normal limitsA charting phrase meaning a finding or test result falls inside the expected range.

World Health OrganizationThe United Nations agency that leads international work on public health.

wrinkleA crease or fold, either in the skin or in fabric such as bed sheets.

wristbandA band worn on a client's wrist that shows their identifying details, and sometimes alerts such as allergies.