skeletal system
what are the functions of the flat bones?
The function of flat bones is to protect internal organs such as the brain, heart, and pelvic organs.
what is the primary purpose of analyzing patient flow?
to maximize the office scheduling practices
when using the PDR the brand name and generic name of drugs are found in what section?
section 2
tax/o
coordination, order
Ill health, malnutrition, and wasting as a result of chronic disease are all associated with
Cachexia
which term is defined as the formation of bone or bony tissue?
ossification
which appointment would require the most time with the physician?
complete physical exam, first visit
what best describes when the drug potentiates(increases or diminishes) the action of another drug?
drug interaction
hemi
semi, half
what are the possible opportunistic infections that adversely affect HIV/AIDS infected patients.
what is the spoon shaped projection of the scapula called?
acromion
what best describes the most widely used scheduling system in which each patient is assigned a specific time?
stream
define synergistic action
enhances the action of another drug
vascul/o
vessel
What can help reduce a patient’s anxiety and postsurgical pain?
Preoperative teaching
what is the spongy bone also called?
cancellous bone
how many rules are there when filing a patients chart?
9
has an accepted use in the US; may include refills, but limited to 5 times in 6 months
scheduled V
bronchus
air passageway
what disease decreases the metabolic rate?
hypothyroidism
what are the concave, indented areas, or openings in bones called?
bone depressions
put the following names in order
1. Peter J. Lally
2. Peter J. Lally Jr.
3. Peter j. Lally III
4. Peter Lally
4,1,3,2
not accepted for medical use within the US
scheduled I
myle/o
spinal cord
When caring for an infant during cardiac arrest, which pulse must be palpated to determine cardiac function?
brachial