Chapter 21 Flashcards
1
Q
Alges/o
A
Sensitivity to pain
2
Q
Chem/o
A
Drug
3
Q
Derm/o
A
Skin
4
Q
Hypn/o
A
Sleep
5
Q
iatr/o
A
Treatment
6
Q
Narc/o
A
Stupor
7
Q
Pyret/o
A
Fever
8
Q
Anti-
A
Against
9
Q
Addiction
A
Physical and psychological dependence on and craving for a drug
10
Q
Brand Name
A
Commercial name for a drug; trade name
11
Q
Chemical Name
A
Chemical formula for a drug
12
Q
Controlled Substances
A
Drugs that produce tolerance and dependence and have potential for abuse or addiction
13
Q
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
A
Government legally enforces proper drug manufacture and clinical use
14
Q
Iatrogenic
A
Condition caused by treatment (drugs or procedures) given by physicians or medical personnel
15
Q
Pharmacist
A
Specialist in preparing and dispensing drugs
