Constitutional Flashcards
1
Q
What does ‘Alert and oriented’ mean?
A
Measuring mental function, assessed in orientation to person, place, time, and situation. If oriented to all 4, recorded as A&Ox4.
2
Q
What does ‘Atraumatic’ indicate?
A
No evidence of trauma to the body.
3
Q
What does ‘Cachectic’ refer to?
A
A state of ill appearance and malnutrition.
4
Q
What is ‘Diaphoresis’?
A
Excessive sweating.
5
Q
What does ‘Emaciated’ mean?
A
Appearing abnormally thin or weak.
6
Q
What does ‘Febrile’ signify?
A
Having a fever.
7
Q
What does ‘Malaise’ describe?
A
Generalized discomfort or weakness.
8
Q
What does ‘Normocephalic’ mean?
A
Normal-shaped head.
9
Q
What is ‘Polydipsia’?
A
Excessive thirst.
10
Q
What does ‘Polyuria’ refer to?
A
Excessive urination.
