Terminology Flashcards
1
Q
Febrile
A
Has a fever
2
Q
Pyrexia
A
Fever 101 or higher orally
3
Q
Sustained
A
Constant
4
Q
Remittent
A
Fluctuating
5
Q
Intermittent
A
Occurring at intervals
6
Q
Relapsing
A
Returning after an extended period of time
7
Q
Sphygmomanometer
A
Blood pressure cuff
8
Q
Cerumen
A
Ear wax
9
Q
Occult blood
A
Hidden blood (like in a stool sample)