body systems
This system transports blood throughout the body
Circulatory system
The root “Cardi” refers to which organ
The heart
“itis” is a suffix; meaning
Inflammation
What does BP stand for?
Blood pressure
What is tonsillitis?
Inflammation of the tonsils
The brain is part of this system
The nervous system
The root “derm” refers to which part of the body
The skin
“Ectomy” refers to what medical action
Surgical removal
What does PRN mean in prescriptions?
As needed
What is Dermatology
Study of the skin
What system are the lungs a part of?
The respiratory system
“Neur” is the root for which system
The nervous system
“Hyper” means
Excessive or above normal
What does NPO stand for in medical instructions?
Nothing by mouth
What is an appendectomy
Surgical removal of the appendix
What system controls hormones?
The endocrine system
“Hepat“ refers to which organ
The liver
The prefix “hypo” means
Below or deficient
What does DX represent?
Diagnosis
What is arthralgia?
Pain in the joints
What system fights infection
The immune system
“Osteo” is the root for what part of the body
The bones
The prefix “Peri” means
What is around?
What does Q. I. D. mean?
Four times a day
What is hypoglycemia?
Low blood sugar