Definitions 1 Flashcards
1
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systole
A
contraction phase of the cardiac cycle
2
Q
pyrexia
A
body temp of 102 or more rectally or 101 or more orally
3
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febrile
A
above normal body temp
4
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hypopnea
A
shallow respirations
5
Q
diastole
A
relaxation phase of the cardiac cycle
6
Q
orthopnea
A
inability to breathe laying down
7
Q
apnea
A
absence of respirations
8
Q
afebrile
A
normal body temperature
9
Q
stethoscope
A
tool to listen to internal body sounds
10
Q
palpation
A
to examine by touch
11
Q
auscultation
A
to listen with a stethoscope
12
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manipulation
A
systematic movement of body parts
13
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myopia
A
nearsightedness
14
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hyperopia
A
farsightedness
15
Q
otoscope
A
tool used to view the tympanic membrane
16
Q
ophthalmoscope
A
tool used to examine the eyes
17
Q
percussion hammer
A
tool to check reflexes
18
Q
vertigo
A
dizziness
19
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cerumen
A
ear wax
20
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diaphoresis
A
excessive sweating
