Test-taking Skills
To help you pass your
Excelsior Nursing Exams
Know your Medical
terminology
Introduction
The purpose of seeking expertise in medical terminology varies from individual to
individual, but the most common reasons for seeking medical terminology
proficiency are the following:
1. A junior or senior in college wanting to do advanced work in the medical
field
2. A student assigned the responsibility of being proficient in medical
terminology prior to the start of classes
3. A career that has climaxed and requires advanced education to jump start it
For whichever reason you are deciding to go back to school or continue with your
education, this step must be taken carefully and be well planned. Learning
medical terminology is a tremendous investment of time, and you must make
sure that investment will advance your career in the desired direction. Preparing
yourself to make this decision is a two step process. First, you must look within
yourself at your current medical knowledge and your proposed destination. You
will need to analyze your strength, weaknesses, and time available for study. You
will need to prioritize your needs. You will need to set short term and long term
goals to help you keep your eye on the prize. The following plan will help you get
started on the right way to learning and understanding medical knowledge.
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Medical terminology is a difficult subject for some students to master, because of the
amount of material that must be memorized. Auditory and visual learners should
approach the following material differently. It will be more critical for visual learners to
make flash cards and have visual stimuli for learning to occur. On the other hand,
auditory learners should be prepared to pronounce and record the following terminology
for best results. Repetition is the key for both groups of individuals.
It is important to note that all medical terminology words are not derived from root
words, prefixes and suffixes. Some medical terms come from history, individual
accomplishments and traditional words. It is difficult to identify these terms, because
they appear like medical terminology that is comprised of root words, prefixes and
suffixes. Consequently, memorization of these terms becomes critical. Many of these
terms can be found in definition format near the end of this guide.
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INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................ 2
PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE FOR THE BEST RESULTS..................................................... 6
MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION AND TERMINOLOGY ..................................................................... 6
SOAP NOTE ................................................................................................................................................. 7
10 KEY STUDY SECRETS......................................................................................................................... 9
PREFIX/DEFINITION ...............................................................................................................................11
SUFFIX/DEFINITION ...............................................................................................................................12
WORD ROOT/DEFINITION ....................................................................................................................13
100 PRACTICE QUESTIONS ON MEDICAL TERMS.........................................................................18
ANSWER KEY FOR 100 PREFIX/SUFFIX/WORD ROOT QUESTIONS ...........................................28
COMMON MEDICAL ABBREVIATIONS AND DEFINITIONS ........................................................29
MISCELLANEOUS ABBREVIATIONS ................................................................................................37
50 PRACTICE QUESTIONS FOR COMMON MEDICAL ABBREVIATIONS.................................38
ANSWER KEY FOR 50 COMMON MEDIAL ABBREVIATION QUESTIONS .................................46
SURGICAL AND DIAGNOSES ABBREVIATIONS..............................................................................47
50 PRACTICE QUESTIONS ON SURGICAL AND DIAGNOSIS TERMINOLOGY .......................50
ANSWER KEY FOR 50 SURGICAL AND DIAGNOSIS QUESTIONS...............................................58
KEY MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY DEFINITIONS...............................................................................59
BONUS SECTION #1 - MUSCULATURE/INNERVATION REVIEW OF THE ARM AND BACK
.......................................................................................................................................................................65
MUSCULATURE/INNERVATION REVIEW OF THE FOREARM.....................................................67
MUSCULATURE/INNERVATION REVIEW OF THE HAND ............................................................69
MUSCULATURE/INNERVATION REVIEW OF THE THIGH ...........................................................70
MUSCULATURE/INNERVATION REVIEW OF THE CALF AND FOOT.........................................72
BONUS SECTION #2 - CPR REVIEW/CHEAT SHEET .......................................................................75
BONUS SECTION #3 - PHARMACOLOGY GENERIC/TRADE NAMES OF 50 KEY DRUGS IN
MEDICINE ..................................................................................................................................................79
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Practice, Practice, Practice for the Best Results
Individuals already practicing in the medical field have shown a mastery of the following
material. Many graduate programs required a student be proficient in medical
terminology on the first day of classes. Therefore, it is up to the student to study the
following material and be prepared to utilize medical terminology in documentation for
consistency of care for patients and medical discussion.
No future medical professional wants to appear incompetent when writing a note in a
chart or discussing an idea with a teacher. Consequently, often the burden of study is
upon the student to master medical terminology. It can be conquered but only with
practice. The following guide was written to present medical terms and provide an
opportunity for the student to demonstrate his or her new knowledge on practice tests.
Medical Documentation and Terminology
Medical documentation standards vary between state and federal organizations.
Hospitals and insurance companies have policies that regulate medical
documentation and terminology. Health care professionals must adhere to these
standards to support the level of treatment and the care plan administered.
Medicare is the leader in determining what is required in medical documentation
to support delivery of services. The other major insurance companies look to
Medicare for leadership with medical documentation and medical terminology.
Medical documentation and terminology are used to allow a continuity of care between
health care professionals. This terminology is universal and is the language of health
care providers. Appropriate medical terminology allows a health care practitioner to
clearly identify a colleague’s opinion and determine delivery of services. If an error is
present in medical documentation and terminology, the patient will suffer the
consequences. For example, if a vascular surgeon identifies the need for a BKA on the
right lower extremity and an orthopedic doctor performs an AKA on the right lower
extremity, a malpractice suit will most certainly follow.
Medicare also sets standards of care that require appropriate documentation for
reimbursement purposes. Inappropriate medical documentation and terminology does not
support the proper delivery of services and payment to the hospital or clinic will not be
forth coming. Consequently, hospitals will close if multiple claims are denied because of
inappropriate medical documentation and terminology.
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SOAP Note
The SOAP format is used in most medical schools and allied health schools. It stands for:
Subjective, Objective, Assessment and Plan. Each of these sections require the basic
understanding of medical terminology to allow continuity of care. The SOAP format
requires medical terminology that is considered appropriate by the facility where you are
working. Each facility should have a listed set of appropriate medical abbreviations and
surgical abbreviations. The “S” includes the patient’s goal, patient’s pain complaint,
medical history and social history. The “O” includes the clinician data collection of
strength, range of motion, skin integrity and organ system function. The “A” includes the
clinician’s opinion about the presented case, prognosis, diagnosis and goals. The “P”
includes the plan to progress to the goals set in the “A” and the interventions that are
necessary.
Some schools are trying to get away from the SOAP format and going to a problem based
documentation plan. Basically, under this new plan only changes in status need to be
documentation with problem based documentation, other than vitals sign and critical
medical information. The problem with the SOAP format is that is unclear when a
clinician should stop documenting. As a result, SOAP notes can turn into complete
medical reassessments with a single treatment.
A clinician’s documentation standards should be set high. Too often, medical
terminology and documentation are ambiguous. Clinicians often use arrows, their own
abbreviations and paraphrasing that is not professional. Paraphrasing and inappropriate
use of medical terminology can result in the firing of a clinician with strong patient care
skills. Hospitals and clinics are a business. If they are losing money over poor
documentation, changes will be made. Medicare has made information available about
frequent medical documentation errors. Moreover, hospitals are trying to bring staff up to
speed on these issues. Overuse of abbreviations can lead to sentences that are unclear,
therefore, medical errors may have increased occurrence.
A medical professional will not be able to remember the definition of every
medical term. Medical terminology could fill volumes of dictionaries. However, a
medical professional can learn the prefixes, suffixes and word roots that allow for
an understanding of most medical terms. The following is a list of prefixes,
suffixes, and word roots that will help you reach your goal. It would be pointless
to attempt to memorize every medical term. Accordingly, the following
information is presented in an easy to memorize alphabetical format. Practice
questions are following each major section to determine comprehension of the
presented material.
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10 Key Study Secrets
Secret #1
Study only five to ten terms at a time starting with same letter. Confusion will often
result if studying more than ten terms at a time.
Secret #2
Make flashcards. When studying medical terminology flashcards can be most helpful for
the repetitive practice that is required.
Secret #3
Start early. Begin studying the following terms at least one month prior to the first day of
class to allow this new found knowledge to become “hardwired” in the brain. Once again
confusion can set in if not enough study time is allowed.
Secret #4
Involve others. Get family and friends to quiz your new medical knowledge to see if
your recall is as sharp as you think. Family and friends may be able to point out
weakness in your medical terminology that you cannot see.
Secret #5
Identify problematic medical terminology and focus in on these terms. The terms that
you keep missing, identify and set to the side. Focus on problematic terminology at a
separate time to allow your full attention.
Secret #6
Write out words that are complex and difficult to spell. A misspelled medical term may
mean the difference between “life and death” of some patient further down the road.
Secret #7
Make your own practice test when you are finally done with this book. Use only the
terms that have consistently been placed in the problematic file. Only take the test after a
three to five hour wait to test if the terms are in long term memory and not in short term
memory.
Secret #8
Pay special attention to capitalization when studying. All surgical and diagnoses
abbreviations are capitalized. Not every common medical abbreviation is capitalized.
Secret #9
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Purchase a tape recorder to record medical terms that can be played later if you are an
auditory learner. Limit listening session time in order to not overload the short term
memory.
Secret #10
Set realistic long-term goals in appropriate time frames. Allow yourself plenty of study
time to absorb the following material and don’t be overwhelmed.
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Prefix/Definition
aanantebibinbradydiadysendoepieuexexohemihyperhypointerintrametamicromultineonullipanparaperperipolypostpreprosubsuprasymsyntachytetratransuni-
without
without
before
two
two
slow
through
difficult
within
over
normal
outward
outward
half
excessive
deficient
between
within
change
minute, tiny
numerous
new
none
total
beyond
through
surrounding
many
after
before
before
below
superior
join
join
rapid
four
through
one
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Suffix/Definition
-ac
-ad
-al
-algia
-apheresis
-ar
-ary
-asthenia
-atresia
-capnia
-cele
-centesis
-clasia
-clasis
-coccus
-crit
-cyte
-desis
-drome
-eal
-ectasis
-ectomy
-emia
-esis
-gen
-genesis
-genic
-gram
-graph
-graphy
-ia
-ial
-iasis
-iatrist
-iatry
-ic
-ician
-ictal
-ior
-ism
-itis
-lysis
-malacia
-megaly
-meter
-odynia
-oid
pertaining to
toward
pertaining to
pain
removal
pertaining to
pertaining to
weakness
occulsion, closure
carbon dioxide
hernia
aspirate fluid off lung
break
break
berry-like bacteria
separate
cell
fusion
run
pertaining to
expansion
removal
blood dysfunction
condition
agent that causes
cause
pertaining to
record
recording device
process of recording
disease condition
pertaining to
condition
physician
specialty
pertaining to
one that
attack
pertaining to
condition of
inflammation
separating
softening
increasing in size
measure
pain
resembling
-ologist
-ology
-oma
-opia
-opsy
-orrhagia
-orrhaphy
-orrhea
-orrhexis
-osis
-ostomy
-otomy
-ous
-oxia
-paresis
-pathy
-penia
-pepsia
-pexy
-phagia
-phobia
-phonia
-physis
-plasia
-plasm
-plasty
-plegia
-pnea
-poiesis
-ptosis
-salpinx
-sacoma
-schisis
-sclerosis
-scope
-scopic
-sis
-spasm
-stasis
-stenosis
-thorax
-tocia
-tome
-tripsy
-trophy
-uria
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person that practices
study
tumor
vision
view of
blood flowing profusely
repairing
flow
break
condition
to make an opening
cut into
pertaining to
oxygen
partial paralysis
disease
decrease in number
digestion
suspension
swallowing, eating
excessive fear of
sound, voice
growth
development
a growth
repair by surgery
paralysis
breathing
formation
sagging
fallopian tube
malignant tumor
crack
hardening
visual device used for
inspection
visual inspection
condition of
abnormal muscle firing
standing
narrowing
chest
labor, birth
cutting device
surgical crushing
develop
urine
Word Root/Definition
carp/o
caud/o
cec/o
celi/o
cephal/o
cerebell/o
cerebr/o
cervic/o
cheil/o
cholangi/o
chol/e
chondro/o
chori/o
chrom/o
clavic/o
clavicul/o
col/o
colp/o
core/o
corne/o
coron/o
cortic/o
cor/o
cost/o
crani/o
cry/o
cutane/o
cyan/o
cyes/i
cyst/o
cyt/o
A
abdomin/o
acou/o
acr/o
aden/o
adenoid/o
adren/o
alveol/o
amni/o
andro/o
angi/o
ankly/o
anter/o
an/o
aponeur/o
appendic/o
arche/o
arteri/o
athero/o
atri/o
aur/i
aur/o
aut/o
azot/o
abdomen
hearing
height/extremities
gland
adenoids
adrenal gland
alveolus
amnion
male
vessel
stiff
frontal
anus
aponeurosis
appendix
beginning
artery
fatty plaque
atrium
ear
ear
self
nitrogen
B
bacteri/o
balan/o
bi/o
blast/o
blephar/o
bronch/i
bronch/o
burs/o
bacteria
glans penis
life
developing cell
eyelid
bronchus
bronchus
bursa
D
dacry/o
dermat/o
derm/o
diaphragmat/o
dipl/o
dips/o
disk/o
dist/o
diverticul/o
dors/o
C
calc/i
cancer/o
carcin/o
cardi/o
carpals
tail
cecum
abdomen
head
cerebellum
cerebrum
cervix
lip
bile duct
gall
cartilage
chorion
color
clavicle
clavicle
colon
vagina
pupil
cornea
heart
cortex
pupil
rib
cranium
cold
skin
blue
pregnancy
bladder
cell
calcium
cancer
cancer
heart
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tear
skin
skin
diaphragm
double
thirst
disk
distal
diverticulum
back
duoden/o
dur/o
duodenum
dura
hem/o
hemat/o
hepat/o
herni/o
heter/o
hidr/o
hist/o
humer/o
hydr/o
hymen/o
hyster/o
E
ech/o
electr/o
embry/o
encephal/o
endocrin/o
enter/o
epididym/o
epiglott/o
episi/o
epitheli/o
erythr/o
esophag/o
esthesi/o
eti/o
sound
electricity
embryo
brain
endocrine
intestine
epididymis
epiglottis
vulva
epithelium
red
esophagus
sensation
cause of disease
blood
blood
liver
hernia
other
sweat
tissue
humerus
water
hymen
uterus
I
ile/o
ili/o
infer/o
irid/o
iri/o
ischi/o
ischo/o
F
ileum
ilium
inferior
iris
iris
ischium
blockage
J
femor/o
fet/i
fet/o
fibr/o
fibul/o
femur
fetus
fetus
fibrous tissue
fibula
jejun/o
K
kal/i
kary/o
kerat/o
kinesi/o
kyph/o
G
gangli/o
ganglion/o
gastr/o
gingiv/o
glomerul/o
gloss/o
glyc/o
gnos/o
gravid/o
gynec/o
gyn/o
jejunum
ganglion
ganglion
stomach
gum
glomerulus
tongue
sugar
knowledge
pregnancy
woman
woman
potassium
nucleus
hard
motion
hump
L
lacrim/o
lact/o
lamin/o
lapar/o
laryng/o
later/o
lei/o
H
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tear duct
milk
lamina
abdomen
larynx
lateral
smooth
leuk/o
lingu/o
lip/o
lith/o
lob/o
lord/o
lumb/o
lymph/o
white
tongue
fat
stone
lob/o
flexed forward
lumbar
lymph
omphal/o
onc/o
onych/o
oophor/o
ophthalm/o
opt/o
orchid/o
orch/o
organ/o
or/o
orth/o
oste/o
ot/o
ox/i
M
mamm/o
mandibul/o
mast/o
mastoid/o
maxill/o
meat/o
melan/o
mening/o
menisc/o
men/o
ment/o
metr/i
metr/o
mon/o
muc/o
myc/o
myel/o
myelon/o
myos/o
my/o
breast
mandible
breast
mastoid
maxilla
opening
black
meninges
meniscus
menstruation
mind
uterus
uterus
one
mucus
fungus
spinal cord
bone marrow
muscle
muscle
P
pachy/o
thick
palat/o
palate
pancreat/o pancreas
parathyroid/o parathyroid gland
par/o
labor
patell/o
patella
path/o
disease
pelv/i
pelvis
perine/o
peritoneum
petr/o
stone
phalang/o
pharynx
phas/o
speech
phleb/o
vein
phot/o
light
phren/o
mind
plasm/o
plasma
pleur/o
pleura
pneumat/o lung
pneum/o
lung
pneumon/o lung
poli/o
gray matter
polyp/o
small growth
poster/o
posterior
prim/i
first
proct/o
rectum
prostat/o
prostate gland
proxim/o
proximal
pseud/o
fake
psych/o
mind
N
nas/o
nat/o
necr/o
nephr/o
neur/o
noct/i
nose
birth
death
kidney
nerve
night
O
ocul/o
olig/o
navel
tumor
nail
ovary
eye
vision
testicle
testicle
organ
mouth
straight
bone
ear
oxygen
eye
few
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pub/o
puerper/o
pulmon/o
pupill/o
pyel/o
pylor/o
py/o
staped/o
staphyl/o
stern/o
steth/o
stomat/o
strept/o
super/o
synovi/o
system/o
pubis
childbirth
lung
pupil
renal pelvis
pylorus
pus
Q
quadr/i
T
four
tars/o
tendin/o
ten/o
test/o
therm/o
thorac/o
thromb/o
thym/o
thyroid/o
thyr/o
tibi/o
tom/o
tonsill/o
toxic/o
trachel/o
trich/o
tympan/o
R
rachi/o
radic/o
radicul/o
radi/o
rect/o
ren/o
retin/o
rhabd/o
rhin/o
rhytid/o
rhiz/o
spinal
nerve
nerve
radius
rectum
kidney
retina
striated
nose
wrinkles
nerve
S
salping/o
sacr/o
scapul/o
scler/o
scoli/o
seb/o
sept/o
sial/o
sinus/o
somat/o
son/o
spermat/o
sphygm/o
spir/o
splen/o
spondyl/o
stapes
clusters
sternum
chest
mouth
chain-like
superior
synovia
system
fallopian tube
sacrum
scapula
sclera
curved
sebum
septum
saliva
sinus
body
sound
sperm
pulse
breathe
spleen
vertebra
tarsal
tendon
tendon
testicle
heat
thorax
clot
thymus
thyroid gland
thyroid gland
tibia
pressure
tonsils
poison
trachea
hair
eardrum
U
uln/o
ungu/o
ureter/o
urethr/o
urin/o
ur/o
uter/o
uvul/o
ulna
nail
ureter
urethra
urine
urine
uterus
uvula
V
vagin/o
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vagina
valv/o
valvul/o
vas/o
ven/o
ventricul/o
ventro/o
vertebr/o
vesic/o
vesicul/o
valve
valve
vessel
vein
ventricle
frontal
vertebra
bladder
seminal vesicles
viscer/o
vulv/o
internal organs
vulva
X
xanth/o
xer/o
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yellow
dry
100 Practice Questions on Medical Terms
1. Which of the following definitions match the term meningitis?
A:
B:
C:
D:
inflammation of the meninges
condition of the meninges
pertaining to the meninges
abnormal meninges
2. Which of the following definitions match the term neurasthenia?
A:
B:
C:
D:
inflammation of a nerve
nerve weakness
condition of a nerve
abnormal nerve protrusion
3. Which of the following definitions match the term osteoblast?
A:
B:
C:
D:
condition of the ear
bone developing cell
pertaining to bone destruction
an intervertebral condition
4. Which of the following definitions match the term carpectomy?
A:
B:
C:
D:
excision of cartilage from a joint
excision of cartilage from the neck
excision of bone from the hand
excision of bone from the foot
5. Which of the following definitions match the term osteoclasis?
A:
B:
C:
D:
breaking of a bone
repair of a bone
incision made in bone
pertaining to bone
6. Which of the following definitions match the term patellectomy?
A:
B:
C:
D:
incision made in the patella
pertaining to the patella
fusion of the patella
removal of the patella
7. Which of the following definitions match the term cranioplasty?
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A:
B:
C:
D:
repair of the skull
fusion of the skull
incision in the skull
suture of the cerebellum
8. Which of the following definitions match the term tenorrhaphy?
A:
B:
C:
D:
incision made in a tendon
pertaining to a tendon
cutting of a tendon
suture of a tendon
9. Which of the following definitions match the term osteotome?
A:
B:
C:
D:
instrument used to fuse bone
instrument used to cut bone
instrument used to repair the ear
cell type related to bone
10. Which of the following definitions match the term otopyorrhea?
A:
B:
C:
D:
rupture of the ear
pus draining from the ear
bleeding in the eye
pus draining from tear ducts
11. Which of the following definitions match the term otomycosis?
A:
B:
C:
D:
bacteria in the ear
pain in the ear drum
fungus in the ear
inflammation of the inner ear
12. Which of the following definitions match the term otalgia?
A: pain in the ear
B: bacteria in the ear
C: pain in the eye
D: bacterial infection in the eye
13. Which of the following definitions match the term otosclerosis?
A: pain in the ear
B: hardening of the ear
C: puncture of the ear
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D: condition of the ear
14. Which of the following definitions match the term retinal?
A:
B:
C:
D:
condition of the retina
inflammation of the retina
narrowing of the retina
pertaining to the retina
15. Which of the following definitions match the term lacrimal?
A:
B:
C:
D:
condition of the tear ducts
inflammation of the eye
narrowing of the eye
pertaining to the tear ducts
16. Which of the following definitions match the term opthalmopathy?
A:
B:
C:
D:
narrowing of the eye
pertaining to the eye
disease of the eye
inflammation of the eye
17. Which of the following definitions match the term optomyometer?
A:
B:
C:
D:
device that measure light refraction
device that measures eye muscles
device that measures eye pressure
device that measures ear muscles
18. Which of the following definitions match the term retinoblastoma?
A:
B:
C:
D:
tumor from a retinal cell
softening of a retinal cell
shrinking of a retinal cell
inflammation of a retinal cell
19. Which of the following definitions match the term leukocoria?
A:
B:
C:
D:
condition of a brown pupil
condition of a white pupil
decreased white blood cells
increased white blood cells
20. Which of the following definitions match the term laparoscopy?
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A:
B:
C:
D:
visual inspection of the abdomen
visual inspection of the lungs
visual inspection of the larynx
visual inspection of the small intestine
21. Which of the following definitions match the term endoscopy?
A:
B:
C:
D:
visual inspection of the abdomen
visual inspection of the larynx
visual inspection of a unfilled organ
visual inspection of the kidney
22. Which of the following definitions match the term herniorrhaphy?
A:
B:
C:
D:
hernia bleeding
hernia draining
suturing of a hernia
excision of a hernia
23. Which of the following definitions match the term choledocholithotripsy?
A:
B:
C:
D:
colon Surgery
narrowing of the bile duct
incision made to remove a stone in the bile duct
crushing of a stone in the bile duct
24. Which of the following definitions match the term celiotomy?
A:
B:
C:
D:
incision in the abdominal cavity
excision of the small colon
suture of the small colon
colon surgery
25. Which of the following definitions match the term polyposis?
A:
B:
C:
D:
prolapse of a polyp
condition of multiple polyps
inflammation of the liver
tumor in the small intestine
26. Which of the following definitions match the term hyperglycemia?
A.
B.
C.
D.
exorbitant amount of sodium in the bloodstream
excessive amount of sugar in the bloodstream
exorbitant amount of iron in the bloodstream
deficient amount of potassium in the bloodsteam
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27. Which of the following definitions match the term hypokalemia?
A:
B:
C:
D:
activation of potassium in the bloodstream
low level of sodium in the bloodstream
low level of potassium in the bloodstream
activation of sodium in the bloodstream
28. Which of the following definitions match the term adrenomegaly?
A:
B:
C:
D:
excessive development of the adrenal gland
insufficient development of the adrenal gland
excessive development of the adenoids
insufficient development of the adenoids
29. Which of the following definitions match the term myelomalacia?
A:
B:
C:
D:
softening of the myocardium
hardening of the myocardium
softening of the spinal cord tissue
hardening of the spinal cord tissue
30. Which of the following definitions match the term aphasia?
A:
B:
C:
D:
loss of paralysis
loss of appetite
loss of hearing
loss of speech
31. Which of the following definitions match the term cephalalgia?
A:
B:
C:
D:
pain in the foot
pain in the hand
pain in the sacrum
pain in the brain
32. Which of the following definitions match the term monoplegia?
A:
B:
C:
D:
loss of function in two extremities
loss of sensory function below the waist bilaterally
loss of function in one extremity
loss of motor function below the waist bilaterally
33. Which of the following definitions match the term neurology?
A: the study of nervous system diseases
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B: the study of only nerve cells
C: a physician that practices medicine dealing with nerves
D: nerve dysfunction
34. Which of the following definitions match the term phrenopathy?
A:
B:
C:
D:
a disease condition of the mind
a disease condition of the phrenic nerve
a disease condition of the respiratory system
a disease condition of the spinal cord
35. Which of the following definitions match the term encephalitis?
A:
B:
C:
D:
inflammation of a nerve root
inflammation of a nerve cell
inflammation of a tumor
inflammation of the brain tissue
36. Which of the following definitions match the term neuroma?
A:
B:
C:
D:
bone cancer
nerve root irritation
cerebellum growth
tumor involving nerve cells
37. Which of the following definitions match the term neuroblast?
A:
B:
C:
D:
dying nerve cell
growing nerve cell
transient nerve cell
enlarged nerve cell
38. Which of the following definitions match the term osteonecrosis?
A: growing bone tissue
B: transient bone tissue
C: enlarged bone tissue
D: dying bone tissue
39. Which of the following definitions match the term subcostal?
A:
B:
C:
D:
below the clavicle
below the rib
below the cranium
below the carpal
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40. Which of the following definitions match the term suprapatellar?
A: below the patella
B: above the patella
C: inferior to the patella
D: lateral to the patella
41. Which of the following definitions match the term bradykinesia?
A:
B:
C:
D:
faster motion
impaired mobility
slower motion
spontaneous recovery
42. Which of the following definitions match the term arthralgia?
A:
B:
C:
D:
pain in the knee
pain in the back
pain in the joint
pain in the femur
43. Which of the following definitions match the term dyskinesia?
A:
B:
C:
D:
difficult mobility
difficult development
difficulty with swallowing
proprioception deficits
44. Which of the following definitions match the term spondylosyndesis?
A:
B:
C:
D:
vertebrae fusion
puncture wound to the spinal cord
spinal cord damage
spinal cord fusion
45. Which of the following definitions match the term phalangectomy?
A:
B:
C:
D:
fusion of a finger
incision made in the toe
suturing of a finger
removal of a finger
46. Which of the following definitions match the term oncology?
A: study of ulcers
B: study of neurons
C: study of tumors
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D: study of cells
47. Which of the following definitions match the term somatogenic?
A:
B:
C:
D:
starting in the body
start from the beginning
starting in the cell
starting in the brain
48. Which of the following definitions match the term leukocytosis?
A:
B:
C:
D:
decreased white blood cell count
increased white blood cell count
systemic white blood cell disease
white necrosis
49. Which of the following definitions match the term karyocyte?
A:
B:
C:
D:
cells without a nucleus
cells with a nucleus
bacteria that destroy cells
bacteria that inhabit the skin
50. Which of the following definitions match the term dorsal?
A:
B:
C:
D:
front
back
lateral
anterior
51. Define the term abarognosis.
52. Define the term paresthesia.
53. Define the term thermanalgesia.
54. Define the term causalgia.
55. Define the term orthopnea.
56. Define the term tachypnea.
57. Define the term bradycardia.
58. Define the term hypermobility.
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59. Define the term analgesia.
60. Define the term bradykinesia.
61. Define the term dysmetria.
62. Define the term nystagmus.
63. Define the term hypotonia.
64. Define the term cathode.
65. Define the term kinetics.
66. Define the term cyanosis.
67. Define the term chronotrophy.
68. Define the term diaphoresis.
69. Define the term dysphagia.
70. Define the term hemiparesis.
71. Define the term rhizotomy.
72. Define the term hemostasis.
73. Define the term neurectomy.
74. Define the term tenodesis.
75. Define the term bursitis.
76. Define the term arthroplasty.
77. Define the term arthrodesis.
78. Define the term erythema.
79. Define the term ankylosis.
80. Define the term arthralgia.
81. Define the term synovectomy.
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82. Define the term myositis.
83. Define the term osteotomy.
84. Define the term tinnitus.
85. Define the term ataxia.
86. Define the term kyphosis.
87. Define the term sialorrhea.
88. Define the term oscillopsia.
89. Define the term escharotomy.
90. Define the term myotomy.
91. Define the term nocturia.
92. Define the term quadriplegia.
93. Define the term micturition.
94. Define the term hyperesthesia.
95. Define the term aphasia.
96. Define the term voltmeter.
97. Define the term salpingitis.
98. Define the term encephalitis.
99. Define the term hepatitis.
100.
Define the term hypoglycemia.
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Answer Key for 100 Prefix/Suffix/Word Root Questions
1. A
26. B
51. inability to determine weight (*)
76. reconstruction of a joint
2. B
27. C
52. aberrant sensation without cause
77. fusion of a joint by surgery
3. B
28. A
53. inability to sense heat
78. red color distribution (*)
4. C
29. C
54. burning, painful sensation (*)
79. immobilization of a joint
5. A
30. D
55. limited breathing in supine
80. joint pain
6. D
31. D
56. elevated respiratory rate
81. removal of the synovial lining
7. A
32. C
57. slow heart rate
82. inflammation of muscle
8. D
33. A
58. excessive movement
83. cutting of bone
9. B
34. A
59. loss of pain sensation
84. ringing in the ear (*)
10. B
35. D*
60. aberrant slow mobility/movement
85. uncoordinated movement
11. C
36. D
61. limited ability to judge distance
86. excessive curve of the spine
12. A
37. B
62. oscillations of the eye
87. increased drooling
13. B
38. D
63. decreased tone
88. eye blurring with movement
14. D
39. B
64. negative source of electrical current (*)
89. incision made in eschar (*)
15. D
40. B
16. C
41. C
17. B
42. C
65. study of forces that create movement (*)
90. release of a muscle
66. color of blue appearing on the skin because of
oxygen deficiency
91. increased frequency of urination at night
92. complete or partial motor/sensory loss of
67. heart rate (*)
all four extremities
18. A
43. A
68. profuse sweating (*)
19. B
44. A
69. difficulty with swallowing
94. increased sensory awareness
20. A
45. D
70. partial weakness affecting ½ of the body
95. impaired ability to communicate
21. C
46. C
71. cutting of a nerve root
96. device that measures voltage
22. C
47. A
72. bleeding stopping
97. infection of the fallopian tubes
23. D
48. B
73. resection of a nerve
98. inflammatory disease of the brain
24. A
49. B
74. attaching of a tendon to a bone (*)
99. inflammatory disease of the liver
25. B
50. B
75. inflammation of a bursa
100. low glucose level in blood
93. urination
(*) Identifies word that is not based solely on prefix, suffix and word root
configuration.
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Common Medical Abbreviations and Definitions
amt
ANS
A
_
a
@
A:
AA
AAROM
aa
ab
abd
abd
ABG
ac
AC joint
ACTH
AD
add
ADH
ADL
ad lib
adm
ADT
AE
AFB
AFO
A/G
AIDS
AIIS
AJ
AK
alb
alka phos
AM
AMA
a.m.
amb
amp
amount
autonomic nervous
system
anterior
anteroposterior
auscultation and
percussion
aqueous
active range of motion
artificial rupture of
membranes
left ear
aspirin
as soon as possible
arteriosclerotic heart
disease
anterior superior iliac
spine
assistance
as tolerated
arteriovenous
axillary
ant
before
at
AP
assessment
A&P
Alcoholics Anonymous
active assistive range of
aq
AROM
motion
ARM
of each
abortion
AS
abdomen
ASA
abduction
ASAP
arterial blood gases
ASHD
before meals
acromioclavicular joint
ASIS
adrenocorticotrophic
hormone
assist.
right ear
as tol
adduction
AV
antidieuretic hormone
ax
activities of daily living
as desired
admission
B
admission, discharge,
transfer
BE
barium enema
BE
below elbow
above elbow
acid-fast bacilli
Bib.
Drink
ankle foot orthosis
bihor
during two hours
bid
twice a day
albumin globulin ration
autoimmune deficiency
bilat.
bilateral
syndrome
BK
below knee
anterior inferior iliac
BM
bowel movement
spine
B.M.R.basal metabolic rate
BP
blood pressure
ankle jerk
above knee
BR
bedrest
albumin
BRP
bathroom privileges
BS
blood sugar
alkaline phosphatase
between midnight-noon
B/S
bedside
bpm
beats per minute
against medical advice
morning
BRP
bathroom privileges
ambulate
BUN
blood urea nitrogen
ampule
Bx
biopsy
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b.v.
cont.
COTA
vapor bath
C

CP
CPK
CPR
c
C
C
C&S
C1-C7
Ca
cal
cap
caps.
CAPD
with
Celsius’
Centigrade
culture and sensitivity
cervical vertebrae
calcium
calorie
capsule
capsule
continuous ambulatory
peritoneal dialysis
cath
catheterization
CBC
complete blood count
CBI
closed brain injury
CBR
complete bed rest
CBS
chronic brain syndrom
cc
cubic centimeter
CC
chief complaint
CC
colony count
CCU
coronary care unit
CEA
carcinoma embryonic
antigen
CHO
carbohydrate
chemo chemotherapy
chol
cholesterol
CIP
computerized impedance
plethysmography
circ
circumcision
cl
clinic
Cl
chloride
cl liq
clear liquid
cm
centimeter
CMV
cytomegalovirus
CNA
certified nursing assistant
CNS
central nervous system
cr
tomorrow
c/o
complains of
CO
carbon monoxide
Co.
compound
COLD
chronic obstructive lung
disease
comp
compound
cond
condition
CRNA
C&S
CSF
CT
Cu
CV
CVP
cx
CXR
CWI
Cysto
continue
certified occupational
therapy assistant
cerebral palsy
creatine phosphokinase
cardiopulmonary
resuscitation
certified registered nurse
anethetist
culture and sensitivity
cerebrospinal fluid
computed tomography
copper
cardiovascular
central venous pressure
cervix
chest x-ray
crutch walking
instructions
cystoscopic examination
D
d.
D.
DAT
Dieb.second
DC
DIP
D&C
D/C
del
dept.
diff
dim
disch
DNA
DO
DOA
DOB
dr
DRG
D/S
DTR
27
a day
give
diet as tolerated
every second day
discontinued
distal interphalangeal
joint
dilatation and curettage
discharged
delivery
department
differential
one-half
discharge
deoxyribonucleic acid
doctor of osteopathy
dead on arrival
date of birth
dram
diagnosis-related
groupings
dextrose in saline
deep tendon reflex
DW
Dx
distilled water
diagnosis
FHT
flex
flu
FSH
E
E
enema
ft.
EBL
estimated blood loss
FTT
FUO
ECG
electrocardiogram
FWB
ECF
extended care facility
Fx
EchoEG
echoencephalography
ECT
electroconvulsive therapy
ED
emergency department
G
EDD
estimated date of delivery
EEG
electroencephalogram
g
EENT
eye, ear, nose and throat
G
EGD esphagogastroduodenoscopy
GB series
EKG
electrocardiogram
GERD
elix
elixir
EMG
electromyogram
GI
e.m.p.
in the manner prescribed
gm
ENG
electonystagmography
gtt
ENT
ear, nose and throat
Grad.
EP studies
evoked potential studies
GTT
ER
emergency room
gtt.
GU
ERCP
endoscopic retrogradecholangiopancreatography
Gyn
ERT
estrogen replacement
therapy
H
ESR
erythrocyte sedimentation
rate
h
ESWL
extrcorporeal shock-wave
H
lithotripsy
HD
H&H
etiol
etiology
eval
evaluation
exam
examination
HCl
HCVD
ext
extract
ext
external
Hct
HEENT
F
F
F
FBS
Fe
feb
FH
Fahrenheit
fair (muscular strength)
fasting blood sugar
iron
fever
family history
HEP
Hg
Hgb
HI
HIV
28
fetal heart tones
flexion
influenza
follicle-stimulating
hormone
foot, feet (measurement)
failure to thrive
fever of unknown origin
full weight bearing
fracture
gram
good (muscular strength)
gall bladder series
gastroesophageal reflux
disease
gastrointestinal
gram
drop
gradually
glucose tolerance test
drops
genitourinary
gynecology
hour
hypodermic
hemodialysis
hemoglobin and
hematocrit
hydrochloric acid
hypertensive
cardiovascular disease
hematocrit
head, ear, eyes, nose,
throat
home exercise program
mercury
hemoglobin
head injury
human immunodeficiency
virus
HOB
H&H
H&P
HNP
HOB
HR
HRT
hr
hs
Ht
ht
Htn
Hx
hypo
head of bed
hematocrit and
hemoglobin
history and physical
herniated nucleus
pulposes
head of bed
heart rate
hormone replacement
therapy
hour
hour of sleep
hematocrit
height
hypertension
history
hypodermic
K
kcal
KCL
kg
KJ
KO
KUB
KVO
L
L
(L)
L1-L5
lab
lac
lat
Lat.dol.
lb.
LBP
L&D
LDH
LE
lg
LLL
LLQ
LMP
LOP
LP
LPN
LR
lt
LUL
LUQ
I
ICU
IM
imp.
in.
indep
inf
incid
in d.
inj
int. cib.
int.noct.
I&O
IPG
IPPB
irrig
isol
IUD
IV
IVC
IVP
potassium
kilocalories
potassium chloride
kilogram
knee jerk
keep open
kidney, ureter, bladder
keep vein open
intensive care unit
intramuscular
impression
inches
independent
inferior
cut
in a day
an injection
Between meals
during the night
intake and output
impedance
plethysmography
intermittent positive
pressure breathing
irrigation
isolation
intrauterine device
intravenous
intravenous
cholangiogram
intravenous pyelogram
liter
left
lumbar vertebrae
laboratory
laceration
lateral
to the painful side
pound
low back pain
labor and delivery
lactic dehydrogenase
lower extremity
large
left lower lobe
left lower quadrant
last menstrual period
loss of consciousness
lumbar puncture
licensed practical nurse
lactated ringer’s
left
left upper lobe
left upper quadrant
M
M.
m
man.
max
mcg
MD
Meds.
mets
mEq
K
29
mix
meter
in the morning
maximal
microgram
medical doctor
medications
metastasis
milliequivalent
MFT
MCH
MCV
mEq
mg
min
min.
mL
mm
MMT
mo.
mod
MOM
MCP, MP
MR
MRI
MS
MS
muscle function test
mean corpuscular
hemoglobin
mean corpuscular volume
milliequivalent
milligram
minimal
minutes
milliliter
millimeter
manual muscle test
month
moderate
milk of magnesia
metacarpalphalangeal
may repeat
magnetic resonance
imaging
morphine sulfate
multiple sclerosis
O
O:
O2
OB
OBS
OD
oint
OOB
OP
Ophth
OR
ORIF
Ortho
OS
OT
OTR
oto
OU
oz
N
N
Na
NA
NaCl
NAS
NB
NDT
neg
neuro
NG
N.H.
NICU
noc
noct
NPO
NS
NSR
NWB
N&V
NVS
normal (muscle strength)
sodium
nursing assistant
sodium chloride
no added salt
newborn
neurodevelopmental
treatment
negative
neurology
nasogastric
nursing home
neonatal or neurological
intensive care unit
night
night
nothing by mouth
normal saline
normal sinus rhythm
non-weight bearing
nausea and vomiting
neurovital signs
objective
oxygen
obstetrics
organic brain syndrome
right eye or overdose
ointment
out of bed
outpatient
ophthalmic
operating room
open reduction internal
fixation
orthopedics
left eye
occupational
therapy/therapist
occupational therapist
(official signature)
otology
both eyes, each eye
ounce
P
_
p
P
P
P
P:
Part.aeq.
PA
para
pc
PCU
PCV
PDR
Peds
PEEP
PEG
30
after
phosphorus
pulse
poor (muscle strength)
plan
equal parts
physician’s assistant/
posteroanterior
paraplegia
after meals
progressive care unit
packed cell volume
physician’s desk
reference
pediatrics
positive end expiratory
pressure
percutaneous endoscopic
gastrostomy
per
per os
PERRLA
PET scan
PFT
PICU
PKU
PMS
PM
PNF
PNI
PNS
po
POMR
pos.
poss
post
post-op
PP
PPD
pr
PRE
PRBC
PRN
PROM
PSA
PSIS
PT
pt
PTA
PTA
PTB
PTT
by
by mouth
pupils equal, round,
reactive to light and
accommodation
positron emission
tomography scan
pulmonary function tests
pediatric intensive care
unit
phenylketonuria
premenstrual syndrome
between noon and
midnight
proprioceptive
neuromuscular
facilitation
peripheral nerve injury
peripheral nervous system
orally or postoperative or
phone order
problem oriented medical
record
positive
possible
posterior
postoperatively
postpartum or
postprandial (after meals)
purified protein derivative
per rectum
progressive resistive
exercise
packed red blood cells
as needed
passive range of motion
prostatic specific antigen
posterior superior iliac
spine
prothrombin time or
physical therapy
patient or pint
physical therapy assistant
prior to admission
patellar tendon bearing
PVD
PWB
Px
partial thromboplastin
time
peripheral vascular
disease
partial weight bearing
prognosis
Q
q
qd
q h
qid
qn
qod
qoh
qt
qq
qs
every
every day
every # hour (e.g. q4h)
four times per day
every night
every other day
every other hour
quart
also
sufficient quantity
R
R
®
RAIU
RBC
R.D.
re:
reg
rehab
REM
reps
resp
RLL
RLQ
RN
R/O
ROM
ROS
RR
RROM
rt
RT
RUL
Rx
31
rectal
right
radioactive iodine uptake
blood cell count
registered dietician
regarding
regular
rehabilitation
rapid eye movement
repetitions
respirations
right lower lobe
right lower quadrant
registered nurse
rule out
range of motion
review of systems
recovery room
resistive range of motion
right or routine
respiratory therapist
right upper lobe
prescription, treatment
tab
TAT
TB
TCDB
TCT
temp
TENS
S

s
SACH
sc
SC joint
SCI
sec.
SED
SICU
without
solid ankle cushion heel
subcutaneous
sternoclavicular joint
spinal cord injury
seconds
suberythemal dose
surgical intensive care
unit
Sig
write/label
SLR
straight leg raise
SMAC
sequential multiple
analysis computer
SNF
skilled nursing facility
ss
one half
SOAP
subjective, objective,
assessment, plan
SOB
shortness of breath
S.O.S.
if needed
S/P
status post
spec
specimen
SSE
soapsuds enema
staph
staphylococcus
stat
immediately
STD
sexually transmitted
disease
strep
streptococcus
sublingsublingual
subq
subcutaneously
sum
take
sup
superior
supp
suppository
surg
surgical
SVN
small-volume nebulizer
s.v.r.
alcohol
Sx
symptoms
TIA
tid
tinct
TKR
TLC
TNR
TO
TPN
tr
trach
TSH
TE
TUR
Tx
tablet
tetanus antitoxin
tuberculosis
turn, cough, deep breath
thrombin clotting time
temperature
trancutaneous electrical
nerve stimulator
transient ischemic attack
three times a day
tincture
total knee replacement
tender loving care
tonic neck reflex
telephone order
total parenteral nutrition
tincture
tracheostomy
thyroid-stimulating
hormone
tap water enema
transurethral resection
traction
U
U
unit
UA
urine analysis
UE
upper extremity
UGI
upper gastrointestinal
UMN
upper motor neuron
Ung
ointment
UPPP uvulopalatopharyngoplasty
URI
upper respiratory
infection
US
ultrasound
Ut.dict.as directed
UV
untraviolet
V
T
t.
T
T1-T12
T4
vag
VCUG
VDRL
three times
trace (muscle strength)
thoracic vertebrae
thyroxine
vic.
32
vaginal
voiding cystourethrogram
Venereal Disease
Research Laboratory
Times
v.o.
vol.
VPS
VS
verbal order
volume
ventilation/perfusion
scanning
vital signs
WNL
wt.
within normal limits
weight
X
XRT
W
radiotherapy, radiation
therapy
Y
WA
WBC
W/C
wk.
while awake
white blood cell
wheel chair
Week
y/o
yd.
yr.
33
years old
yard
year
Miscellaneous Abbreviations






//
1
2
%
@


=
Δ
♂
♀
to, toward
from
and
moving to
per
up
down
parallel bars or parallel
assistance of one
assistance of two
percent
at
greater than
less than
equals
change
male
female
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50 Practice Questions for Common Medical
Abbreviations
1. The pt denies attending AA.
A.
B.
C.
D.
The physical therapist denies attending ambulation association.
The patient denies attending Alcoholics Anonymous.
The pint denies attending Alcoholics Anonymous.
The physical therapist denies attending Alcoholics Anonymous.
2. The ENT M.D. noted yellow disch from pt’s AS.
A. The ear, nose, and throat medical doctor noted yellow disembogue from
the patient’s right eye.
B. The eye, neck, and thoracic medical doctor noted yellow discharge from
the patient’s left eye.
C. The ear, nose, and throat medical doctor noted yellow discharge from the
patient’s left ear.
D. The ear, neck, and thyroid medical doctor noted yellow discharge from the
patient’s left ear.
3. Elevate HOB to 20 degrees and NPO after 12 am
A. elevate head of bed to 20 degrees and give food after 12 noon.
B. elevate heels of bed to 20 degrees and nothing by mouth after 12
midnight.
C. elevate head of bed to 20 degrees and nothing by mouth after 12
midnight.
D. elevate head of bed to 20 degrees and give food after 12 midnight
4. Pt OOB every q2h.
A.
B.
C.
D.
Patient ordered on bedrest every 2 hours.
Pint ordered of blood every 2 hours.
Patient out of bed every 2 hours.
Patient ordered out of bathroom every 2 days.
5. R/O HIV & flu.
A.
B.
C.
D.
rule out human immunodeficiency virus and influenza
rule out human intestinal virus and fluid restriction
reduce output of hepatic intravaneous volume and fluid restriction
resume order of hepatic intravaneous volume and fluid restriction
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6. Transfer NB to NICU.
A.
B.
C.
D.
transfer next body to neurological intensive care unit
transfer newborn to neonatal intensive care unit
transfer neonatal boy to newborn intensive care unit
transfer next body to neonatal intensive care unit
7. AgNO3 oint to OU qid.
A.
B.
C.
D.
silver nitrate ointment to both ears four times a day
silver nitrate ointment to both eyes four times a day
gold nitrate oil to nasal cavities 3 times a day
silver nitrate lotion to both eyes 3 times a day
8. Transport pt to OT tid via W/C.
A.
B.
C.
D.
transport patient to occupational therapy three time a day via wheel chair
transport patterns to outside three times a week via water canal
transport printer to occupational therapy three time a week via wheel chair
transport patient to occupational therapy three times a week via wheel chair
9. MOM po qod
A.
B.
C.
D.
mom to visit every day
milk of Magnesia orally every day
milk of Magnesia rectally every other day
milk of Magnesia orally every other day
10. Stat PET scan to R/O TIA vs. stroke.
A. status positron emission tomography scan to rule out transient ischemic attack
verses stroke
B. positron emission tomography scan immediately to rule out transient ischemic
attack verses stroke
C. status plaque etch test scan to rule out transmission in arteries versus stroke
D. status plaque etch test scan to rule out transient ischemic attack verses stroke
11. The common medical abbreviation amp stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
amputation
ampule
ampere
admission
12. The common medical abbreviation CMV stands for:
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A.
B.
C.
D.
car motor vehicle
cytomegalovirus
cysticmegalovirus
calorie mass void
13. The common medical abbreviation E stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
emergency
enemia
elective
electroconvulsive
14. The common medical abbreviation BS does not stand for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
blood sugar
bowel sounds
breath sounds
biopsy signs
15. The common medical abbreviation FHT stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
foot heel toe
flexible hose tubing
fetal heart tones
failing to hear tones
16. The common medical abbreviation I & O stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
in and out
inside and outside
input and output
inner and outer
17. The common medical abbreviation lt stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
light
lite
lift
left
18. The common medical abbreviation lac stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
lactation
laceration
lactic
lancet
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19. The common medical abbreviation Na stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
nursing assistant
nursing aide
sodium
nocturnal
20. The common medical abbreviation KO stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
keep open
kilogram
potassium output
kidney obstruction
21. The common medical abbreviation NS stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
normal sinus
nausea
neurovital signs
normal saline
22. The common medical abbreviation q stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
quarterly
quality
every
times
23. The common medical abbreviation RT stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
right
routine
respiratory therapy
registered therapist
24. The common medical abbreviation Tx stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
treatment
traction
thoracic examination
therapy
25. The common medical abbreviation supp stands for:
A. supplemental
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B. superior
C. suppository
D. supple
26. The common medical abbreviation WA stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
wide awake
while awake
walking aide
wide angle
27. The common medical abbreviation UA stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
unit aide
urea
urinalysis
upper alimentary
28. The common medical abbreviation TAT stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
test and trial
tetanus antitoxin
thyroid attacking toxin
emergency
29. The common medical abbreviation SSE stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
superior subcutaneous epidermis
superficial subcutaneous epidermis
soapsuds enema
stainless steel edge
30. The common medical abbreviation P stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
potassium
phosphorus
plutonium
pediatrics
31. The common medical abbreviation g stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
gas
gram
gallon
glucose
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32. The common medical abbreviation MR stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
may resume
may repeat
magnetic resonance
management resources
33. The common medical abbreviation OP stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
outpatient
occupation
ophthalmic
operation
34. The common medical abbreviation NG stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
nanogram
negative
nasogastric
neurology
35. The common medical abbreviation IV stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
innervenous
intervenous
intravenous
inferior view
36. The common medical abbreviation LR stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
both left and right
last rites
lactated Ringer’s
lower rectum
37. The common medical abbreviation PCU stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
peptic colon ulcer
progressive care unit
pediatric care unit
pulmonary cardiac unit
38. The common medical abbreviation H&H stands for:
A. hemoglobin and hematocrit
B. hematology and heredity
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C. heart rate and health risk
D. hematocrit and hemodialysis
39. The common medical abbreviation MS stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
morphine sulfate
magnesium sulfate
magnetic signs
metastasis signs
40. The common medical abbreviation OU stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
both eyes
both ears
left eye
right ear
41. The common medical abbreviation hs stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
history
hour of sleep
hepatic surgery
hemodialysis
42. The common medical abbreviation IM stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
internal monitoring
intramuscular
innermuscular
internal masking
43. The common medical abbreviation hypo stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
hypotension
hypotonic
hypothalamic
hypodermic
44. The common medical abbreviation IUD stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
inneruterine device
innerureter device
intraureter device
intrauterine device
45. The common medical abbreviation GU stands for:
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A.
B.
C.
D.
geriatric unit
genitourinary
gynecology unit
green ointment
46. The common medical abbreviation po does not stand for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
orally
postoperatively
phone order
rectally
47. The common medical abbreviation subq stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
subsequent
subcutaneously
sublingual
substance abuse
48. The common medical abbreviation RR stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
rapid respirations
recovery room
rest and relaxation
routine recovery
49. The common medical abbreviation PNS stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
pediatric nurses station
postoperative neurology signs
peripheral nervous system
no salt added
50. The common medical abbreviation ADL stands for:
A.
B.
C.
D.
alternative days
actual date of labor
last date of admission
activities of daily living
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Answer Key for 50 Common Medial Abbreviation Questions
1. B
2. C
3. C
4. C
5. A
6. B
7. B
8. A
9. D
10. B
11. B
12. B
13. B
14. D
26. B
27. C
28. B
29. C
30. B
31. B
32. B
33. A
34. C
35. C
36. C
37. B
38. A
39. A
15. C
40. A
16. C
41. B
17. D
42. B
18. B
43. D
19. C
44. D
20. A
45. B
21. D
46. D
22. C
47. B
23. C
48. B
24. B
49. C
25. C
50. D
Surgical and Diagnoses Abbreviations
ABE
A
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acute bacterial
endocarditis
AD
AFIB
AHD
AI
AIDS
AKA
ALL
ALS
AMI
AML
AOD
A&P
AP
ARDS
ARMD
ASCVD
ASD
ASHD
Ast
AUL
AVR
Alzheimer’s disease
atrial fibrillation
arteriosclerotic heart
disease
aortic insufficiency
acquired immune
deficiency syndrome
above knee amputation
acute lymphocytic
leukemia
amyotrophic lateral
sclerosis
acute myocardial
infarction
acute myelocytic
leukemia
adult-onset diabetes
anterior and posterior
colporrhaphy
angina pectoris
adult respiratory distress
syndrome
age-related macular
degeneration
arteriosclerotic
cardiovascular disease
atrial septal defect
arteriosclerotic heart
disease
astigmatism
acute undifferentiated
leukemia
aortic valve replacement
CA
CABG
CAD
CBS
CDH
CF
CHB
CHD
CHF
CI
CLD
CLL
CML
COLD
COPD
CP
CPD
CPN
CRD
CS
CTS
CVA
B
BA
BBB
BKA
BOM
BPH
BSO
cancer
coronary artery bypass
graft
coronary artery disease
chronic brain syndrome
congenital dislocation of
the hip
cystic fibrosis
complete heart block
coronary heart disease
congestive heart failure
coronary insufficiency
chronic liver disease
chronic lymphocytic
leukemia
chronic myelogenous
leukemia
chronic obstructive lung
disease
chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease
cerebral palsy
cephalopelvic
disproportion
chronic pyelonephritis
chronic respiratory
disease
C-section, cesarean
section
carpal tunnel syndrome
cerebrovascular accident
D
bronchial asthma
bundle branch block
below-knee amputation
bilateral otitis media
benign prostatic
hypertrophy
bilateral
salpingooophorectomy
D&C
DI
DIC
DLE
DM
DT
DVT
C
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dilatation and curettage
diabetes insipidus
diffuse intravascular
coagulation
discoid lupus
erythematosus
diabetes mellitus
delirium tremens
deep vein thrombosis
E
EM
EP
ESWL
MD
MG
MI
MM
MS
MVP
emmetropia
ectopic pregnancy
extracorporeal shockwave
lithotripsy
muscular dystrophy
myasthenia gravis
myocardial infarction
multiple myeloma
multiple sclerosis
mitral valve prolapse
F
O
FBD
FUO
fibrocystic breast disease
fever of undetermined
origin
OM
OSA
G
GC
GERD
GSW
P
gonorrhea
gastroesophageal reflux
disease
gunshot wound
PAC
PAT
PD
PDA
PE
PID
H
HB
HCVD
HHD
HMD
HNP
heart block
hypertensive
cardiovascular disease
hypertensive heart disease
hyaline membrane
disease
herniated nucleus
pulposus
PTCA
PUL
PVC
PVD
I
IBS
IDDM
I&D
IHD
irritable bowel syndrome
insulin dependent
diabetes mellitus
incision and drainage
ischemic heart disease
premature atrial
contractions
paroxysmal atrial
tachycardia
Parkinson’s disease
patent ductus arteriosus
pulmonary embolism
pelvic inflammatory
disease
percutaneous
transluminal coronary
angioplasty
percutaneous ultrasound
lithotripsy
premature ventricular
contractions
peripheral vascular
disease
R
RA
RDS
L
RHD
LAP
LE
LTB
otitis media
obstructive sleep apnea
laparotomy
lupus erythematosus
laryngotracheobronchitis
rheumatoid arthritis
respiratory distress
syndrome
rheumatic heart disease
S
SBE
M
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subacute bacterial
endocarditis
SIDS
SLE
SMR
SO
STAPH
STD
STREP
SVD
sudden infant death
syndrome
systemic lupus
erythematosus
submucous resection
salpingo-oophorectomy
staphylococcus
sexually transmitted
disease
streptococcus
spontaneous vaginal
delivery
T
T&A
TB
THA
TIA
TKA
TUIP
TURP
TSS
TVH
total abdominal
hysterectomy
tuberculosis
total hip arthroplasty
transient ischemic attack
total knee arthroplasty
transurethral incision of
the prostate
transuretral resection of
the prostate
toxic shock syndrome
total vaginal
hysterectomy
U
UGI
UPPP
URI
UTI
upper gastrointestinal
uvulopalatopharyngoplasty
upper respiratory
infection
urinary track infection
V
VD
venereal disease
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50 Practice Questions on Surgical and Diagnosis
Terminology
1. The abbreviation ABE stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
acute bacterial endocarditis
aortic branch endocarditis
atrial branch endocarditis
atrial bacterial endocarditis
2. The abbreviation AHD stand for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
acute heart dysfunction
arteriosclerotic heart disease
acute heart disease
arteriosclerotic heart dysfunction
3. The abbreviation ALL stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
acute lateral laceration
acute lower lobe
acute lymphocytic leukemia
acute lower leukemia
4. The abbreviation AMI stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
acute myocardial infection
acute myocardial infarction
adult myocardial infarction
adult myocardial infection
5. The abbreviation AML stands for
A:
B:
C:
D:
acute myelocytic leukemia
acute myocardial lab
acute myelocyctic laceration
aqueous myelocyctic leukemia
6. The abbreviation AOD stands for
A:
B:
C:
D:
acute onset diagnosis
acute onset dysfunction
adult onset disease
adult-onset diabetes
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7. The abbreviation ARDS stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
adult respiratory distress syndrome
adult respiration distress symptoms
adult respiration disease symptoms
adult respiratory disease syndrome
8. The abbreviation ASD stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
acute septal dysfunction
atrial septal defect
acute septal disease
acute sepsis disease
9. The abbreviation AVR stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
atrial valve replacement
aortic valve replacement
acute valve replacement
acute valve recipient
10. The abbreviation ARMD stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
age-related macular degeneration
age related muscular degeneration
age research muscular dystrophy
age related muscular dystrophy
11. The abbreviation BA stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
benign atrophy
bilateral amputation
bundle arteriosclerosis
bronchial asthma
12. The abbreviation BBB stands for
A:
B:
C:
D:
benign branch blockade
benign block branch
branch bundle block
bundle branch block
13. The abbreviation BKA stands for:
A: block knee arthritis
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B: below knee amputation
C: benign knee arthritis
D: below knee area
14. The abbreviation CA stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
cancer
coronary artery
coronary arrhythmia
cystic arthritis
15. The abbreviation CAD stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
cancer and dysfunction
coronary acute disease
coronary artery disease
coronary atrial dysfunction
16. The abbreviation CBS stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
chronic brain syndrome
chronic bowel syndrome
coronary brachial syndrome
chronic blockage syndrome
17. The abbreviation CLD stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
chronic leukemia disease
chronic lateral dysfunction
chronic liver disorder
chronic liver disease
18. The abbreviation CML stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
chronic myelogenous leukemia
chronic myelogenous loss
chronic myocardial loss
chronic myocardial limits
19. The abbreviation COPD stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
chronic overdose pulmonary disorder
chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
chronic otitis palsy disease
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20. The abbreviation CRD stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
chronic respiratory disease
chronic respiratory disorder
chronic respiratory dysfunction
chronic rheumatic disease
21. The abbreviation DI stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
diabetes intravascular
diabetes intracellular
diabetes insipidus
diffuse intravascular
22. The abbreviation DVT stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
deep venous transient
deep vein thrombosis
deep venereal transient
deep venous thrombosis
23. The abbreviation EP stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
emmetropia pregnancy
emmetropia patient
ectopic pregnancy
ectopic premature
24. The abbreviation FUO stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
fever of undetermined origin
fellow of underwater obstruction
fever of unknown origination
fellow of underwater origin
25. The abbreviation GC stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
gonorrhea
gastric cancer
gastric coronary
gastric cystitis
26. The abbreviation GSW stands for:
A: gastric stapled wound
B: gunshot wound
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C: gastric surgical wound
D: gastric sutured wound
27. The abbreviation HB stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
heart blockage
heart bundle
heart benign
heart block
28. The abbreviation HMD stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
hyaline membrane disease
hyaline membrane dysfunction
heart membrane disease
heart membrane dysfunction
29. The abbreviation HNP stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
heart neutral progression
heart normal percussion
herniated nucleus pulposus
herniated nucleus progression
30. The abbreviation IDDM stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
insulin dependant diabetes mellitus
insulin deprived diabetes mellitus
insulin disorder diabetes mellitus
insulin disease diabetes mellitus
31. The abbreviation IHD stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
insulin heavy disorder
insulin related heart disease
ischemic heart disease
ischemic heart disorder
32. The abbreviation LE stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
lower ectopic
lower extracorporeal
lupus erythematosus
lupus extracorporeal
33. The abbreviation MD stands for:
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A: macular degeneration
B: macular deformity
C: muscular dysfunction
D: muscular dystrophy
34. The abbreviation MG stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
muscular growth
muscular genesis
myasthenia gravis
myasthenia genesis
35. The abbreviation MI stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
muscular infarct
macular infarct
myocardial infarct
myocardial infection
36. The abbreviation MM stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
muscular myeloma
multiple myeloma
myocardial myeloma
macular myeloma
37. The abbreviation MS stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
muscular symptoms
multiple sclerosis
macular sclerosis
myocardial sclerosis
38. The abbreviation MVP stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
mitral valve prolapse
mitral valve puncture
myocardial valve prolapse
myocardial valve puncture
39. The abbreviation OM stands for:
A: otitis media
B: otitis multiple
C: otitis myeloma
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D: overdose multiple
40. The abbreviation PAC stands for:
A: premature aortic convulsions
B: premature aortic contractions
C: premature arterial contractions
D: premature atrial contractions
41. The abbreviation PD stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
Parkinson’s disease
pleural dysfunction
pleural disorder
premature deviation
42. The abbreviation PID stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
pain inflammation disorder
painful inflammation diagnosis
pelvic inflammatory disease
pelvic instability disease
43. The abbreviation PVD stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
pelvic vascular disease
pelvic vein disease
peripheral vascular disease
peripheral vascular disorder
44. The abbreviation RA stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
rheumatoid arthritis
rheumatic articulation
respiratory arrest
respiratory accident
45. The abbreviation RDS stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
respiratory distress syndrome
respiratory disease symptoms
respiratory disorder syndrome
rheumatic disease symptoms
46. The abbreviation SMR stands for:
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A:
B:
C:
D:
superior metatarsal resistance
superior metatarsal restrictions
submucous resection
submucous restriction
47. The abbreviation SVD stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
submucous vaginal disease
spontaneous vaginal delivery
submucous vaginal disorder
spontaneous vaginal dysfunction
48. The abbreviation TAH stands for:
A: total abdominal hysterectomy
B: transient aortic hypertension
C: transient atrial hypertension
D: total arthroplasty hip
49. The abbreviation TIA stands for:
A:
B:
C:
D:
transient insufficiency attack
transient ischemic attack
transitional ischemic action
transient insufficiency action
50. The abbreviation UTI stands for:
A: urinary track infection
B: urinary transitional insufficiency
C: urinary transitional ischemic
D: upper torso infection
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Answer Key for 50 Surgical and Diagnosis Questions
1. A
26. B
2. B
27. D
3. C
28. A
4. B
29. C
5. A
30. A
6. D
31. C
7. A
32. C
8. B
33. D
9. B
34. C
10. A
35. C
11. D
36. B
12. D
37. B
13. B
38. A
14. A
39. A
15. C
40. D
16. A
41. A
17. D
42. C
18. A
43. C
19. C
44. A
20. A
45. A
21. C
46. C
22. B
47. B
23. C
48. A
24. A
49. B
25. A
50. A
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Key Medical Terminology Definitions
A
Abrasion
Abscess
Acapnia
Acne
Adenoiditis
Amenorrhea
Alopecia
Anorchism
Anoxia
Anterior
Anteroposterior
Anuria
Aphonia
Apnea
Atelectasis
Azoturia
-injury to the integrity of the skin resulting in skin loss
-pus forming a pocket
-low level of carbon dioxide in the blood
-inflammation of the skin related to glands and hair
-inflammation of the adenoids
-no menstrual discharge
-bald condition
-absence of testis
-deficiency of oxygen
-frontal position
-frontal to back positioning
-no urine production
-no voice
-not breathing
-abnormal expansion of a lung
-elevated and excessive level of nitrogen substrates and urea in the
urine
B
Balanitis
Balanorrhea
Bilateral
Biopsy
Bronchogram
Bronchography
-inflammation of the penis
-elevated discharge of the penis
-both sides
-removal of tissue for evaluation purposes
-x-ray of the bronchi
-the taking of the bronchi x -ray
C
Cancerous
Carbuncle
Carcinogen
Carcinogenic
Carcinoma
Caudal
Cellulitis
Cephalic
Cervicectomy
Cicatrix
Colpoplasty
-related to cancer
-skin disease associated with boils
-cancer causing agent
-related to a cancer causing agent
-malignant tumor
-related to the tail position
- inflammation of connective tissue, associated with infection and
fever
-related to the head position
-removal of the cervix
-scar
-repair of the vagina
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Colposcope
Contusion
Cyanosis
Cystogram
Cytogenic
Cystoscope
Cystoscopy
Cytoid
Cytology
Cytoplasm
-device used to explore the vagina and cervix with visual
examination
-bruising of tissue with no loss in skin integrity
-bluish color of the skin related to poor blood supply
-x-ray of the bladder
-related to the creation of cells
-device used for inspection of the bladder
-examination of the bladder by vision
-similar to a cell
-study of cellular biology
-element inside the cell
D
Debridement
Decubitus ulcer
Dermatitis
Dermatoconiosis
Dermatofibroma
Dermatologist
Dermatology
Dermatome
Dermatoplasty
Diagnosis
Distal
Dorsal
Dyspareunia
Dysplasia
Dysphonia
Dyspnea
Dysuria
-removal of necrotic tissue from a wound
-wound related to a bedsore
-inflammation of the dermis
-aberrant condition of the epidermis created by dust
-skin tumor caused by fibrous cells
-doctor that focuses on skin condition/treatment
-study of skin
-surgical device for skin surgery
-surgery involving the skin
-determining the dysfunction/disease
-away from a point of origin
-related to a rear position
-painful sexual intercourse
-aberrant development
-trouble with speaking
-breathing complications
-urination that is painful
E
Endoscopy
Enuresis
Epidermal
Epididymitis
Epithelial
Epithelioma
Erythema
Erythrocyte
Erythrocytosis
Erythroderma
Etiology
Eupnea
-inspection of a body cavity with visual examination
-uncontrollable urination
-related to the skin
-inflammation of the epididymis
-related to epithelium tissue
-tumor made of skin cells
-redness in a appearance
-red blood cell
- elevated red blood cell count
-redness of the skin
-study of disease relationships/origin
-normal breathing
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F
Fibroma
Fibrosarcoma
Fissure
-tumor made of fibrous cells
-malignant tumor made of fibrous cells
-crack in the skin’s integrity
H
Hepatosalpinx
Hidradenitis
Histology
HIV
Hyperplasia
Hypocapnia
Hypodermic
Hypoplasia
Hypoxemia
Hydrosalpinx
Hymenectomy
Hysteropexy
-fallopian tube with blood present
-inflammation of sweat glands
-study of tissues in nature
-retrovirus that causes AIDS
-elevated numbers of cells
-decreased level of carbon dioxide in the bloodstream
-related to underneath the skin
-decreased numbers of cells required for normal organ
development
-limited oxygen in the bloodstream
-water in the fallopian tube
-removal of the hypmen
-fixation of the uterus
I
Iatrology
Induration
Inferior
-study of medicine
-firm point or points, possibly in the periwound area
-below a point of origin
K
Karyocyte
Keloid
Keratogenic
- cellular unit with a nucleus
-scar tissue that has exhibited excessive growth
-creation of horny like tissue appearance
L
Laceration
Lateral
Leiodermia
Leiomyoma
Leiomyosarcoma
Leukocyte
Leukocytosis
Lipoid
Lipoma
-wound with irregular borders, knife like in apperance
-opposite of medial, related to point of origin
- smooth skin
-tumor made of smooth muscle cells
-malignant tumor made of smooth muscle cells
-white blood cell
-elevated white blood cell count
-fat like substance
-tumor composed of fat
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Liposarcoma
Lithotripsy
Lumbar
-malignant tumor made of fat cells
-crushing of a stone
-lower back region
M
Mammogram
Mammoplasty
Mammotome
Mastitis
Mastectomy
Mastoptosis
Menarche
Menometrorrhagia
Melanocarcinoma
Melanoma
Metastasis
Metrorrhea
Micturate
Myometritis
Myopathy
-x-ray of the breast
-repair of the breasts
-device used to cut breast tissue
-inflammation of breast tissue
-removal of a breast
-drooping breast
-start of menstruation
-flow of blood during menstruation, and between cycles
-malignant black tumor
-tumor of the epithelial tissue
-progression of a disease between organs, uncontrollable
-uterus discharge that is excessive
-voiding or urination
-inflammation of the uterine tissue
-muscular disease
N
Necrosis
Neopathy
Nephrectomy
Nephrogram
Nephrolysis
Nephropexy
Nephroma
Nephromegaly
Nephroptosis
Nephrostomy
Neuroma
Nocturia
-cellular death, often resulting in black, dead tissue
- new -sprung disease
-removal of a kidney
-x-ray of the kidney
-kidney separation
-fixation of the kidney
- kidney tumor
-kidney enlargement
- sagging kidney
-creating an opening to the kidney
-tumor involving nerves
-urination at night
O
Oligomenorrhea
Oncology
Onychectomy
Onychopryptosis
Onychomycosis
Onychophagia
Oophoritis
Oophorectomy
-limited menstrual discharge
-study of tumor like tissue
- removal of a nail
-ingrown nail
-fungal condition in the nail
-eating your nails
-inflammation of the ovary
-removal of an ovary
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Orchiepididymitis
Orchitis
Orchioplasty
Orchidectomy
Orchidotomy
Oximeter
-inflammation of the epididymis and testis
-inflammation of the testicle
-repair of the testis
-removal of both or one testis
-incision made into the testis
-a device used to measure oxygen saturation of the blood
P
Pachyderma
Paroxysm
Pathogenic
Pathologist
Pediculosis
Percutaneous
Pleuritis
Pneumonia
Pneumoconiosis
Pneumothorax
Pneumatocele
Posterior
Prognosis
Pruritus
Pyelolithotomy
Pyeloplasty
Pyosalpinx
Pyuria
-increased thickness of the skin
-sudden attack
-disease causing
-individual who studies pathology
-condition of lice
- penetrating the skin
-inflammation of the pleura
-disease of the lung related to infection
-dust in the lung’s condition
-air in the chest resulting in the collapse of a lung
-hernia associated with the lung
-related to the rear/back position
-opinion of an individual about outcomes
-uncontrollable itching
-incision to remove a stone from the renal pelvis
-repair of the renal pelvis
-pus in the fallopian tube
-pus in the urine
R
Rhabdomyosarcoma
Rhinitis
Rhinorrhagia
Rhinorrhea
Rhytidectomy
Rhytidoplasty
-tumor made of striated muscle cells
-inflammation of the nose
-bleeding from the nose
-nose discharge
- removal of wrinkles in the skin
- repair of wrinkles in the skin
S
Salpingocele
Sarcoma
Scleroderma
Seborrhea
Spirometer
Spirometry
-fallopian tube hernia
-tumor made up of connective tissue
-hardening of connective tissue, related to disease of various
organs
-elevated production of sebum
-device used to measure breathing capacity
-taking a measurement of breathing capacity
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Somatic
Somatopathy
Somatoplasm
Subcutaneous
Superior
Systemic
Syphilis
-related to the body
-disease related to the body
-element of the body
-underneath the skin
-elevated above a point of origin
-throughout
- a type of sexually transmitted disease
T
Thoracalgia
Tracheitis
Tracheostenois
Trichomyosis
-pain located in the chest
-inflammation of the trachea
- reduced trachea size
-fungal condition in hair
U
Uremia
Ureteritis
Ureterectomy
Ureterocele
Ureterolithiasis
Ureterostenosis
Urethrocystitis
Urology
Unilateral
Ungual
-blood in the urine
-inflammation of the ureter
-removal of a ureter
-ureter protrussion
-stones in the ureter
-decreased diameter of the ureter
-inflammation of the bladder
-study of the urinary system
- on one side of the body
-related to the nail
V
Vaginitis
Variocele
Vasectomy
Ventral
Visceral
Vulvovaginitis
-inflammation of the vagina
-enlarged veins of the spermatic cord
-removal of a duct
-related to an anterior position
-related to the internal organ systems
-inflammation of the vagina and vulva
X
Xanthochromic
Xanthoderma
Xanthosis
Xeroderma
-related to yellow coloring
-jaundice like skin
-condition of yellow coloring present that is aberrant
- skin that is excessively dry
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Bonus Section #1 - Musculature/Innervation Review of
the Arm and Back
Muscle
Origin
Insertion
Nerve
Trapezius
Ext. Occipit
Lateral Clavicle,
Spinal Accessory
Protuberance,
Spine of the Scapula Nerve CN XI
Spines of T
Vertebrae
Latissimus Dorsi
Spines of Lower 6 T
Bicipital Groove
Thoracodorsal
Transverse Process
Upper Medial
Dorsal Scapula
of C1-C4
Border of Scapula
Spinous Process of
Medial Border
T2-T5
Scapula Below
Vertebrae, Iliac
Crest and Lower 4
Ribs
Levator Scapulae
Rhomboid Major
Dorsal Scapular
Spine
Rhomboid Minor
Teres Major
Spinous Process of
Medial Border
Dorsal Scapular
C7-T1
Scapula Opp. Spine
Lateral Dorsal
Bicipital Groove
Lower Subscapular
Lateral Scapula 2/3
Greater Tubercle of
Axillary
way down
Humerus
Lateral 1/3 Clavicle
Deltoid Tuberosity
Inferior Angle of
Scapula
Teres Minor
Deltoid
and Acromion
Process, Spine of
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Axillary
the Scapula
Supraspinatus
Supraspinatus Fossa
Greater Tubercle of
Suprascapular
Humerus
Infraspinatus
Infaspinatus Fossa
Greater Tubercle of
Suprascapular
Humerus
Subscapularis
Serratus Anterior
Subclavius
Subscapular Fossa
Lesser Tubercle of
Upper and lower
Humerus
Subscapular
Slips of Upper 8-9
Ventral-Medial
Long Thoracic
Ribs
Border Scapula
Inferior Surface of
First Rib
the Clavicle
Pectoralis Major
Medial ½ clavicle
Nerve to the
Subclavius
Bicipital Groove
and Side of Sternum
Medial and Lateral
Pectoral
Pectoralis Minor
Ribs 3,4,5 or 2,3,4
Coracoid Process
Medial Pectoral
Biceps Branchii
Supraglenoid
Posterior Margin of
Musculocutaneous
Tubercle
Radial Tuberosity
Coracoid Process
Medial Humerus at
Coracobrachialis
Musculocutaneous
Deltoid Tuberosity
Level
Brachialis
Anterior-Lateral ½
Ulnar Tuberosity
of Humerus
and Coronoid
Musculocutaneous
Process
Triceps Brachii
Infraglenoid
Olecranon Process
Radial
Posterior, Lateral
Upper Posterior
Radial
Humeral Condyle
Ulna
Lateral
Radial Styloid
Supracondylar
Process
Tubercle, Below
and Medial to the
Radial Groove
Anconeus
Brachioradialis
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Radial
Ridge of Humerus
Pronator Teres
Medial Epicondyle
½ Way Down on
and Supracondylar
Lateral Radius
Median
Ridge
Pronator Quadratus
Distal-Medial Ulna
Distal-Lateral
Anterior
Radius
Interosseous
Musculature/Innervation Review of the Forearm
Muscle
Origin
Insertion
Nerve
Brachioradialis
Lateral
Radial Styloid
Radial
Supracondylar
Process
Ridge of Humerus
Pronator Teres
Medial Epicondyle
½ Way Down on
and Supracondylar
Lateral Radius
Median
Ridge
Pronator Quadratus
Distal-Lateral
Anterior
Radius
Interosseous
Lateral Epicondyle
Upper ½ Lateral,
Posterior Inter-Deep
of Humerus
Posterior Radius
Radial
Flexor Carpi
Medial Epicondyle
2nd and 3rd
Median
Radialis
of Humerus
Metacarpal
Supinator
Distal-Medial Ulna
Flexor Carpi Ulnaris Medial Epicondyle
Palmaris Longus
Pisiform, Hamate,
Ulnar
th
of Humerus
5 Metacarpal
Medial Epicondyle
Palmar Aponeurosis
of the Humerus
and Flexor
Median
Retinaculum
Flexor Digitorum
Medial Epicondyle,
Medial 4 Digits
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Median
Suerficialis
Radius, Ulna
Flexor Digitorum
Ulna, Interosseous
Medial 4 Digits
Median (lateral 2
Profundus
Membrane
(distal part)
digits), Ulnar
(median 2 digits)
Flexor Pollicis
Radius
Longus
Extensor Carpi
Lateral Condyle and
Radialis Longus
Supracondylar
Distal Phalanx
Anterior Inter-Deep
(thumb)
Median
2nd Metacarpal
Radial
3rd Metacarpal
Posterior Inter-Deep
Ridge
Extensor Carpi
Lateral Epicondyle
Radialis Brevis
of Humerus
Extensor Carpi
Lateral Epicondyle
Ulnaris
of Humerus
Extensor Digitorum
Lateral Epicondyle
Extension
Posterior Inter-Deep
of Humerus
Expansion Hood of
Radial
Radial
5th Metacarpal
Posterior Inter-Deep
Radial
Medial 4 Digits
Extensor Digiti
Lateral Epicondyle
Extension
Posterior Inter-Deep
Minimi
of Humerus
Expansion Hood of
Radial
(little finger)
Abductor Pollicis
Posterior Radius
Radial Side of 1st
Posterior Inter-Deep
Longus
and Ulna
Metacarpal
Radial
Extensor Indicis
Ulna and
Extension
Posterior Inter-Deep
Interosseous
Expansion Hood
Radial
Membrane
(index finger)
Extensor Pollicis
Ulna and
Distal Phalanx
Posterior Inter-Deep
Longus
Interosseous
(thumb)
Radial
Proximal Phalanx
Posterior Inter-Deep
(thumb)
Radial
Membrane
Extensor Pollicis
Brevis
Radius
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Musculature/Innervation Review of the Hand
Muscle
Origin
Adductor Policis
Capitate and Base of Proximal Phalanx
Deep Branch of
Adjacent
(thumb)
Ulnar
Tendons of Flexor
Extension
Deep Branch Ulnar
Digitorum
Expansion Hood of
(medial 2 Ls),
Profundas
Medial 4 Digits
Median (lateral 2
Insertion
Nerve
Metacarpals
Lumbricals
Ls)
Dorsal Interosseous
Sides of
Extension
Muscles (4)
Metacarpals
Expansion Hood of
Deep Branch Ulnar
Digits 2-4
Palmar Interosseous
Sides of
Extension
(3)
Metacarpals
Expansion Hood,
Deep Branch Ulnar
Digits 2,4,5
Palmaris Brevis
Anterior Flexor
Skin-Ulnar Border
Retinaculum and
of Hand
Superficial Ulnar
Palmar Aponeurosis
Abductor Pollicis
Flexor Retinaculum,
Lateral Proximal
Median (thenar
Brevis
Trapezium
Phalanx (thumb)
branch)
Flexor Pollicis
Flexor Retinaculum,
Lateral Proximal
Median (thenar
Brevis
Trapezium
Phalanx (thumb)
branch)
Opponens Pollicis
Flexor Retinaculum,
Radial Border (1st
Median (thenar
Trapezium
Metacarpal)
branch)
Abductor Digiti
Flexor Retinaculum,
Proximal Phalanx
Deep Branch Ulnar
Minimi
Pisiform
(little finger)
Flexor Digiti
Flexor Retinaculum,
Proximal Phalanx
Minimi
Hamate
(little finger)
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Deep Branch Ulnar
Opponens Digiti
Flexor Retinaculum,
Ulnar Medial
Minimi
Hamate
Border (5th
Deep Branch Ulnar
Metacarpal)
Musculature/Innervation Review of the Thigh
Muscle
Origin
Insertion
Nerve
Psoas Major
Bodies and Discs of
Lesser Trochanter
L2,3
Bodies and Discs of
Pectineal Line of
L2,3
T12 and L1
Superior Pubic
T12-L5
Psoas Minor
Bone
Iliacus
Upper 2/3 Iliac
Lesser Trochanter
Femoral L2-4
Fossa
Pectinius
Pubic Ramus
Spiral Line
Femoral
Iliposoas
Joining of Psoas
Lesser Trochanter
L2-4
Greater Trochanter
S1, S2
Greater Trochanter
Sacral Plexus
Greater Trochanter
Obturator
Major and Iliacus
Piriformis
Anterior Surface of
the Sacrum
Obturator Internus
Inner Surface of the
Obturator
Membrane
Obturator Externus
Outer Surface of the
Obturator
Membrane
Gemellus Superior
Ischial Spine
Greater Trochanter
Sacral Plexus
Gemellus Inferior
Ischial Tuberosity
Greater Trochanter
Sacral Plexus
Quadratus Femoris
Ischial Tuberosity
Quadrate Tubercle
Sacral Plexus
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of the Femur
Gluteus Maximus
Gluteus Minimus
Outer Surface of
Iliotibial Tract,
Inferior Gluteal
Ilium, Sacrum and
Gluteal Tubercle of
Coccyx
the Femur
Outer Surface of the
Greater Trochanter
Superior Gluteal
Greater Trochanter
Superior Gluteal
Upper Medial Tibia
Femoral
Tibial Tuberosity
Femoral
Upper Medial Tibia
Obturator (anterior
Ilium
Gluteus Medius
Outer Surface of the
Ilium
Satorius
Anterior Superior
Iliac Spine
Quadriceps Femoris
Anterior Inferior
Iliac Spine, FemurLateral and Medial
Gracilis
Pubic Bone
branch)
Abductor Longus
Pubic Bone
Linea Aspera
Obturator (anterior
branch)
Abductor Brevis
Pubic Bone
Linea Aspera
Obturator (anterior
branch)
Abductor Magnus
Pubic Bone
Entire Linea Aspera
Sciatic, Obturator
Tensor Faciae Latae
Iliac Crest
Iliotibial Band
Superior Gluteal
Biceps Femoris
Ischial Tuberosity,
Head of Fibula,
Sciatic-Tibial
Linea Aspera
Lateral Condyle of
portion and
Tibia
Common Peroneal
Portion
Semimembranosus
Ischial Tuberosity
Upper Medial Tibia
Sciatic-Tibial
Portion
Semitendinosus
Ischial Tuberosity
Upper Medial Tibia
Sciatic-Tibial
Portion
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Musculature/Innervation Review of the Calf and Foot
Muscle
Origin
Insertion
Nerve
Tibialis Anterior
Upper 2/3 Lateral
1st Cuneiform and
Deep Peroneal
Tibia and
Base of 1st
Interosseous
Metatarsal
Membrane
Extensor Digitorum
Upper 2/3 Fibula
4 Tendons-Distal
Longus
and Interosseous
Middle Phalanges
Deep Peroneal
Membrane
Extensor Hallucis
Middle 1/3 of
Base of Distal
Longus
Anterior Fibula
Phalanx of Big Toe
Peroneus Tertius
Distal Fibula
Base of 5th
Deep Peroneal
Deep Peroneal
Metatarsal
Extensor Hallucis
Dorsal Calcaneus
Brevis
Peroneus Longus
Peroneus Brevis
Extensor Digitorum
Deep Peroneal
Longus Tendons
Upper 2/3 Lateral
1st Metatarsal and 1st Superficial Peroneal
Fibula
Cuneiform
Lateral Distal Fibula 5th Metatarsal
Superficial Peroneal
Tuberosity
Soleus
Upper
Calcaneus via
Shaft of Fibula
Achilles Tendon
Flexor Digitorum
Middle 1/3 of
Base of Distal
Longus
Posterior Tibia
Phalanx of Lateral 4
Tibial
Tibial
Toes
Flexor Hallucis
Middle and Lower
Distal Phalanx of
Longus
1/3 of Posterior
Big Toe
Tibial
Tibia
Tibialis Posterior
Posterior Upper
Navicular Bone and
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Tibial
Popliteus
Flexor Digitorum
Tibia, Fibula
1st Cuneiform
Upper Posterior
Lateral Condyle of
Tibia
Femur
Calcaneus
Middle Phalanges of Medial Plantar
Brevis
Abductor Hallucis
Tibial
Lateral 4 Toes
Calcaneus
Medial Proximal
Medial Plantar
Phalanx of Big Toe
Abductor Digiti
Calcaneus
Brevis
Quadratus Plantae
Lateral Proximal
Lateral Plantar
Phalanx of Big Toe
Lateral and Medial
Tendons of Flexor
Side of the
Digitorum Longus
Lateral Plantar
Calcaneus
Lumbricals
Tendons of Flexor
Extensor Tendons
Medial
Digitorum Longus
of Toes
Plantar/Lateral
Plantar
Flexor Hallucis
Cuboid Bone
Brevis
Splits on Base of
Medial Plantar
Proximal Phalanx of
Big Toe
Flexor Digiti
Base of 5th
Base of Proximal
Minimi Brevis
Metatarsal
Phalanx of Little
Lateral Plantar
Toe
Abductor Hallucis
Metatarsals 2-4
Base of Proximal
Lateral Plantar
Phalanx of Big Toe
Interossei
Sides of Metatarsal
Base of 1st Phalanx
Bones
and Extensor
Tendons
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Lateral Plantar
Bonus Section #2 - CPR Review/Cheat Sheet
1.
A:
B:
C:
Risk factors of stroke:
heart disease
high red blood cell count
TIA’s
2.
A:
B:
C:
D:
E:
F:
Signs of a stroke:
alteration in consciousness
sudden weakness or numbness in an extremity on one side of the body
sudden falls
unexplained dizziness
facial paralysis
difficulty speaking
3.
A:
B:
C:
D:
E:
Controllable risk factors of stroke and heart attacks:
high blood cholesterol
obesity
TIA’s
smoking
heart disease
4.
A:
B:
C:
D:
Chain of survival (adults)
early access (911)
early CPR
early defibrillation
early ACLS
5.
A:
B:
C:
D:
Chain of survival (pediatric)
prevention of injuries and arrest
early CPR
early access (911)
advanced care
6.
A:
B:
C:
Rate of compression
adult-about 100x per minute
child-about 100x per minute
infant-at least 100x per minute
7.
A:
B:
C:
Depth of compression
adult- 1&1/2 to 2” compression (hands overlapping)
child- 1 to 1&1/2” compression (only heel of one hand)
infant- ½ to 1” compression or 1/3 to ½ the depth of infant’s chest (2 fingers)
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8.
A:
B:
C:
Ratio of compression to ventilations
adult- both one and two rescuers should use a 15:2 compression to ventilation rate
child- both one and two rescuers should use a 5:1 compression to ventilation rate
infant-both one and two rescuers should use a 5:1 compression to ventilation rate
9.
A:
B:
C:
Rescue breath with a pulse
adult-5 seconds (10-12 times per minute)
child- 3 seconds (about 20 times per minute)
infant- 3 seconds (about 20 times per minute)
10. Common causes of cardiac arrest in infants and children
A: breathing emergencies
B: onset following or from illness or injury
C: heart rhythm dysfunction
Adult one-rescuer CPR
1. establish unresponsiveness, activate EMS
2. open airway-look, listen, feel
3. if breathing is inadequate or absent give 2 slow breaths
4. check carotid pulse and signs of circulation in response to the 2 rescue breaths
5. if no pulse, give cycles of 15 chest compressions
6. after 4 cycles of 15:2 check pulse
7. if no pulse cont. beginning with chest compressions
**If victim begins breathing, place in recovery position.
Child one-rescuer CPR
1. establish unresponsiveness, send second rescuer for EMS activation if available
2. open airway-look, listen, feel
3. if breathing is inadequate or absent give 2 slow breaths
4. check carotid pulse and signs of circulation in response to the 2 rescue breaths
5. if no signs of circulation are present or heart rate is less than 60 bpm with signs of
poor perfusion, begin cycles of 5 chest compressions and 1 breath
6. after about 1 minute, check signs of circulation. If alone, activate EMS, then
continue compression/ventilation ratio
7. if signs of circulation are present but breathing is absent or inadequate, continue
rescue breathing (1 breath every 3 sec. about 20 breaths per minute)
**If victim begins breathing, place in recovery position.
Infant one-rescuer CPR
1.
2.
3.
4.
establish unresponsiveness, send second rescuer for EMS activation if available
open airway-look, listen, feel
if breathing is inadequate or absent give 2 slow breaths
check brachial pulse and signs of circulation in response to the 2 rescue breaths
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if no signs of circulation are present or heart rate is less than 60 bpm with signs of
poor perfusion, begin cycles of 5 chest compressions and 1 breath, using 2 finger
technique
6. after about 1 minute, check signs of circulation. If alone, activate EMS, then
continue chest compression/ventilation ratio
7. if signs of circulation are present but breathing is absent or inadequate, continue
rescue breathing (1 breath every 3 sec. about 20 breaths per minute)
5.
**If victim begins breathing, place in recovery position.
Adult-Foreign Body Airway Obstruction-Unresponsive
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
establish unresponsiveness “Are you o.k?”
activate EMS
open airway and check breathing
attempt to ventilate
give up to 5 abdominal thrusts with victim on their back
open airway with tongue-jaw lift followed by a finger sweep
repeat steps 3 through til effective, then continue CPR as necessary
Adult-Foreign Body Airway Obstruction-Responsive
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
ask “Are you choking?”
give abdominal thrust (chest thrusts for pregnant or obese victim)
repeat cycle until object is cleared or victim becomes unresponsive
if victim becomes unresponsive-activate EMS
perform tongue-jaw lift followed by finger sweep
open airway and try to ventilate, if still obstructed, reposition head and try again
give 5 abdominal thrusts with victim on their back
repeat steps 5-7 til breathing is effective, then continue the steps of CPR as needed
Child-Foreign Body Airway Obstruction-Unresponsive
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
establish unresponsiveness “Are you o.k?”
activate EMS if a second rescuer is available
open airway and check for breathing
if breathing is absent or inadequate-attempt to ventilate, if unsuccessful
reposition and reattempt
if ventilation is unsuccessful, perform 5 abdominal thrusts with the victim on
their back
open airway with a tongue-jaw lift, and if you see the object, remove it-no
blind sweeps
repeat steps 3-5 until ventilation is successful, then continue the steps of
CPR as needed
if rescuer is alone and airway obstruction is not relieved after about 1 minute,
active EMS
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**If victim begins breathing, place in recovery position.
Child-Foreign Body Airway Obstruction-Responsive
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
ask “Are you choking?”
give abdominal thrust, avoid Xyphoid
repeat thrusts until object is expelled or victim becomes unresponsive
activate EMS if a second rescuer is available
open airway with tongue-jaw lift, if you see the object remove it, no blind
sweeps
open airway , attempt rescue breathing, if no chest rise, reopen airway, and
try to ventilate again
if ventilation is unsuccessful, provide 5 abdominal thrusts with victim on their
back
repeat steps 5-7 til effective, then provide additional CPR if necessary
if rescuer is alone and airway obstruction is not relieved after about 1 minute,
activate EMS
**If victim begins breathing, place in recovery position.
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Bonus Section #3 - Pharmacology Generic/Trade Names
of 50 Key Drugs in Medicine
1. Alprazolam
2. Amitriptyline
3. Amoxicillin/clavulanate potassium
4. Betamethasone
5. Bumetanide
6. Bupropion
7. Calcitriol
8. Ceforanide
9. Ceftazidime
10. Cephalexin
11. Ciprofloxacin
12. Clonazepam
13. Cyclobenzaprine
14. Diazepam
15. Dopamine
16. Enalapril
17. Eythromycin
18. Famotidine
19. Fluconazole
20. Fluoxetine
21. Furosemide
22. Gentamicin
23. Haloperidol
24. Hydroxyprogesterone caproate
25. Ibuprofen
26. Ipratropium bromide
27. Ketorolac
28. Lidocaine
29. Lorazepam
30. Meperidine
31. Methicillin
32. Metoprolol
33. Miconazole
34. Nystatin
35. Omeprazole
36. Oxybutynin
37. Oxymetholone
38. Pergolide
39. Phenytoin
40. Prazepam
41. Prednisone
XANAX
ELAVIL
AUGMENTIN
CELESTONE
BUMEX
WELLBUTRIN
ROCALTROL
PRECEF
FORTAZ
KEFLEX
CIPRO
KLONOPIN
FLEXERIL
VALIUM
INTROPIN
VASOTEC
E-MYCIN
PEPCID
DiFLUCON
PROZAC
LASIX
GARAMYCIN
HALDOL
DELALUTIN
MOTRIN
ATROVENT
TORADOL
XYLOCAINE
ATIVAN
DEMEROL
STAPHCILLIN
LOPRESSOR
MONISTAT
MYCOSTATIN
PRILOSEC
DITROPAN
ANADROL
PERMAX
DILANTIN
CENTRAX
DELTASONE
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42.
43.
44.
45.
46.
47.
48.
49.
50.
Procaine
Promethazine
Propoxyphene
Pseudoephedrine
Silver sulfadiazine
Temazepam
Tolnaftate
Vancomycin
Warfarin
NOVOCAIN
PHENERGAN
DARVON
SUDAFED
SILVADENE
RESTORIL
TINACTIN
VANCOCIN
COUMADIN
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