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Prefixes\Suffixes
100

What does "DM" refer to in pharmacology?

DM → diabetes mellitus

100

The prefix "cardio-" refers to what organ?

Cardio- → heart

200

What does "DNR" mean regarding patient care orders?

DNR → do not resuscitate

200

The suffix "-itis" indicates what type of condition?

-itis → inflammation

300

What medication class is abbreviated as NSAIDs?


NSAIDs → nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

300

The prefix "hypo-" means what?

Hypo- → below normal

400

What does "CO2" measure in blood tests?

CO2 → carbon dioxide

400

The suffix "-ectomy" means what?

-ectomy → surgical removal

500

What procedure is indicated by the term "colpo"? 

Colpo → colposcopy

500

What does "CPM" stand for in therapy?

CPM → continuous passive motion

500

The prefix "hyper-" means what?

Hyper- → above normal