Volcabulary Flashcards
1
Q
Abstain
A
to voluntarily refrain from something
2
Q
The dental hygienist instructed the patient to abstain from smoking to improve his breath odor.
A
to voluntarily refrain from something
3
Q
Accountable
A
to be responsible
4
Q
Paramedics are accountable for maintaining up-to-date knowledge of resuscitation techniques.
A
to be responsible
5
Q
Acute
A
sudden, intense
6
Q
The nurse administered the prescribed pain medication to the patient who was experiencing acute pain after surgery.
A
sudden, intense
7
Q
Adhere
A
To hold fast or stick together
8
Q
The tape must adhere to the patient’s skin to hold the bandage in place.
A
to hold fast or stick together
9
Q
Adverse
A
undesired, possibly harmful
10
Q
Vomiting is an adverse effect of many medications
A
undesirable possibly harmful
