Unit 4: Integumentary System - Abbreviations Flashcards
1
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ABCDE
A
mnemonic for assessing skin lesions for cancer risk: Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving
2
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BCC
A
basal Cell carcinoma
3
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Bx
A
biopsy
4
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decub
A
decubitus ulcer, due to prolonged pressure, bedsores, pressure ulcers.
5
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Derm
A
dermatology
6
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I&D
A
incision and drainage
7
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ID
A
intradermal
8
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IM
A
intramuscular
9
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SC
A
subcutaneous
10
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SQ
A
subcutaneous
11
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subQ
A
subcutaneous
12
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SCC
A
squamous cell carcinoma
13
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ung
A
ointment