med terms (head/neck) Flashcards
1
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normalcephalic
A
the head and its major structures are in normal condition
2
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dentition
A
the character of a set of teeth especially with regard to their number, kind, and arrangement
3
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dental caries
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medical phrase for tooth decay or cavities
4
Q
epistaxis
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nosebleed
5
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cerumen
A
ear wax
6
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nuchal rigidity
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neck stiffness; concerning for meningitis
7
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Kernig’s sign
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a physical exam test for meningitis that involves pain on full extension of the leg
8
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meningismus
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a constellation of signs and symptoms suggestive of meningitis (typically stiff neck, headache, and light sensitivity)
9
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malocclusion
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an abnormality in the way teeth along or come together, typically after trauma to the jaw
