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Trach Tube - a tracheostomy tube. In an emergency situation, a person may stop breathing because pressure in the brain or injuries to the brain stop the breathing reflex. Medical workers cut a hole in the throat (trachea) and insert a tube that hooks to a ventilating machine, which will breathe for the person.

Trainer - a person who instructs an individual with a disability on the skills necessary to do a certain job. A trainer works with someone before they are employed (contrast to Job Coach) and make them "job ready".

Triceps - the muscle on the outside of the upper arm. It is responsible for extending the elbow and gets its name from the three bundles of muscle fibers which compose it.

UTI - Urinary Tract Infection - An infection causing painful urination. It is usually treated with antibiotics and lots of water. People with catheters run a higher risk of these infections and need to pay attention to preventing them.