Medical Abbreviations
Anatomical
Directions
Prefix Terms
Pulse Points
Bonus Facts
100
What is the meaning of PRN ?
PRN = as needed
100
What is opposite of Superior ?
The opposite of Superior is Inferior
100
The ______ is placed after the combining form. Its the end of the word. (Hint.. Test)
Suffix
100
Where is the Brachial pulse located ?
In the bend of your elbow
100
Does every word contain a prefix ?
No
200
What is the meaning of PO ?
PO = By mouth
200
What does Lateral refer to ?
Lateral refers to the side
200
What is the prefix in this term Pericarditis ?
(PERI)carditis
200
The ______ is located in the superior part of the body ?
Temporal pulse
200
What are the vowels ?
A,E,I,O,U and sometimes Y
300
What is the meaning of NPO ?
NPO = Nothing by mouth
300
What is one similarity between Posterior and Dorsal ?
They both refer to the back of the body
300
___________ is the word that results when the prefix, suffix, and the word root. (Hint.. Test)
Combining Form
300
Where is the Apical pulse located ?
On the left side of the chest
300
Medical terminology is a _______ language that all medical personnel understand.
Universal
400
What is the meaning of AD LIB ?
AD LIB = As desired
400
What does the Spinal Cavity contain ?
The Spinal Cavity contains the Spine
400
The _____ is the foundation of the word that the identifies the structure of anatomy being describe.
Root
400
What three fingers do you take your Pedal pulse with?
Pointer Finger, Middle Finger, and Ring Finger
400
What 2 languages does most of the medical terminology today come from ? (Hint.. Test)
Greek and Latin
500
What is the meaning of D/C ?
D/C = Discharge
500
The Diaphragm separates the Thoracic Cavity from what ?
The abdomen
500
What does Pericarditis mean ?
Inflammation around the heart
500
Do Head Shoulders Knees and Foot but say the pulse points.
Head- Temporal pulse Shoulders- Carotid pulse Knees- Popliteal pulse Foot- Pedal pulse
500
Medical terms fit together like a _____ and _____.
Lock and a Key
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