A words Flashcards
abduction
move body part away from midline
abrasion
erode away surface
acute
immediate, sudden onset
adduction
move body part towards midline
adverse reaction
unintended reaction to medication
alkalosis
blood pH 7.5 and above
allergic reaction
local to systemic reaction to foreign agent beyond normal level
alopecia
hair loss
ampule
single dose medication in glase of plastic container
anaphylaxis
acute systemic reaction to antigen, hyper sensitivity
antipyretic
inhibits pyrogen formation, feaver reducer
antiseptic
agent prevent growth of pathogens
anuria
failure to produce urine, <100 ml for 24 hours
anemia
a condition marked by a deficiency of red blood cells or of hemoglobin in the blood, resulting in pallor and weariness
Anus
opening at the end of the alimentary canal through which solid waste matter leaves the body
apex
top of …
Aphagia
trouble swallowing
Apnea
temporary cessation of breathing, especially during sleep
Ascites
fluid collection in peritoneal cavity
Abscess
An abscess is a painful collection of pus, usually caused by a bacterial infection.
Asepsis
the absence of bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms.
Assessment
Collection of objective and subjective data from patient and others. The gathering of information about a patient’s physiological, psychological, sociological, and spiritual status
ataxia
loss of motor control
Atelectasis
Alveolar collapse. A complete or partial collapse of the entire lung or area (lobe) of the lung.
Atresia
The absence or abnormal narrowing of an opening or passage in the body.
Atrophy
loss of tissue in disease process, waste away, especially as a result of the degeneration of cells, or become vestigial during evolution.
Auditory
of hearing
Auscultation
The action of listening to sounds from the heart, lungs, or other organs, typically with a stethoscope, as a part of medical diagnosis.
Axillary
related to arm pit area
