Prefixes
What does hypo mean?
Under
What does cardio refer to?
The heart
What does a.c mean?
Before meal
What is dermatitis?
Inflammation of the skin
What is hepatitis?
Inflammation of the liver
What does hyper mean?
Over, excessive
What does integumentary refer to?
Skin
What does p.c mean?
After meal
What is a skin graft?
Healthy skin transported to an area that needs that healthy skin
What is an EGD?
The primary minimally invasive procedure used to remove swallowed foreign objects stuck in the upper digestive tract
What does an- or a- mean?
Without
What system is the lunula part of?
Integumentary system
what does P.R.N mean?
Take as needed
What is cryosurgery?
Using liquid nitrogen to freeze and remove tissue
What can eating more fiber do for an individual with digestive problems?
It can improve bowel regularity, soften stool, and prevent constipation
What does Brady mean?
slow
Which intestine is the Ileum part of?
Small intestine
What does y/o mean?
Year old
What is PAPILLOMA?
Warts
What is IBS?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
What does sub mean?
below, under
What first part of the Large Intestine?
Cecum
What does BS mean?
Bowel sounds,blood sugar, breath sounds
What is the genetic condition where a lack of melanin is made?
Albinism
Is IBS chronic?
Yes