Chapter 19- Physical Assesment Flashcards
1
Q
What is Edema
A
Swelling
2
Q
What is Jaundice
A
Yellowing of the skin due to insufficient liver function.
3
Q
Define Erythema
A
Redness
4
Q
What is palor
A
White ish skin tone. Can be due to genetics, low sun
5
Q
What is cyanosis
A
Blue ish tone of the skin due to lack of oxygen in the blood
6
Q
Define Tugor
A
Ridgity of cells or tissue- skin elasticity/ texture
7
Q
What is P.E.R.L.A
A
Pupils equal round, reactive to light and accommodation.
