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glossary of terms Flashcards

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absenses (petitmal)

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epilepsy in which there is a sudden minor loss of consciousness with only minor myclonic jerks.

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akathisia

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an urge to move about constantly; and an inability to sit still

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alimentary canal

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the passage between the mouth and anus through which food passes, is digested and absorbed - gastrointestinal tract.

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alkaliser

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an agent that neutralises acids

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anaesthetic

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a drug which causes a local or general insensitivity to touch or pain.

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analgesic

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an agent which relieves pain

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anaphylaxis

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hypersensitivity/reaction caused by exposure to a toxin, i.e some food, poison, venom, bee stings, drugs.

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anorexia

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loss of appetite for food

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antacid

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antacid substances possess some gastric acid neutralising properties and have been useful for a wide variety of digestive disorders

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anti-anxiety

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drugs which reduce anxiety, i.e diazepam

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antibacterial

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a substance which destroys/suppresses bacteria growth

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antibiotic

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an agent which prevents the growth of or destroys bacteria

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antichihlingeric

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an agent that blocks the passage of impulses through the parasympathetic nerves

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anti-emetic

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a drug that stops vomiting

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antihistamines

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a class of drugs which counteract the actions of a substance called ‘histamine’ which generally, when released in the body can be responsible for various problems, eg. allergic reactions

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anti-inflammatory

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an agent which counteracts/suppresses the inflammatory process

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antinausent

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prevents or relieves nausea

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antipsychotic

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effective in the use of psychosis ie. major tranquilisers

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antipyretic

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a drug used to lower the body temperature in fever

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antispasmotic

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a drug used to relieve spasm

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antitussive

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a substance for the relief or prevention of coughing

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antiulcerant

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an agent that prevents or promotes the healing of ulcers

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aperients

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a mild and gentle laxative

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ataxia

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incoordination of voluntary muscle actions resulting in an inability or difficulty in performing certain actions or movements

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atrophy

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a decrease in the amount of tissue in a localised area

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blood level

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the range of blood concentrations of medication (therapeutic range), within which the majority of people with epilepsy have good seizure control with minimal side effects

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bradycardia

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a slow rate of heartbeat

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broad spectrum

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prefers to an antibiotic which will kill several different types of organism

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bronchi

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the large aid conducting tubes of the lungs - the trachea divides them into two bronchi

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bronchioles

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the smaller air conducting tubes of the lungs - the bronchi divide into bronchioles within the lungs

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bronchodilator

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a drug which acts upon the bronchi and bronchioles to increase their diameter

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C.N.S.

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central nervous system - the brain and the spinal cord

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cognitive functions

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pertains to operation of the mind by which we become aware of objects of thought or perception. it includes all aspects of perceiving, thinking and remembering

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dermatitis

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inflammation of the skin

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duodenal

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pertaining to the duodenum - the first part of the small intestine

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dysphagia

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difficulty in or painful swallowing

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dystonia

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impairment of muscle tone

38
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eczema

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a non-contagious itchy inflammatory disease of the skin

39
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enteric-coated tablets

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special tablets/capsules whose coating is designed to prevent release and absorption of their contents until they reach the intestine

40
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extrapyramidal

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outside the pyramidal tracts; usually any group of clinical disorders marked by abnormal involuntary movement, alterations of muscle tone, or postural disturbances. the group includes parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy and athetosis

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febrile

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elevated temperature

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flora

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collective plant organisms of a given locality/the bacteria normally residing within the lumen of the intestine

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gingival hyperplasia

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overgrowth of gum tissue

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