Anatomy
What does "DM" refer to in pharmacology?
DM → diabetes mellitus
The prefix "cardio-" refers to what organ?
Cardio- → heart
What does "DNR" mean regarding patient care orders?
DNR → do not resuscitate
The suffix "-itis" indicates what type of condition?
-itis → inflammation
What medication class is abbreviated as NSAIDs?
NSAIDs → nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
The prefix "hypo-" means what?
Hypo- → below normal
What does "CO2" measure in blood tests?
CO2 → carbon dioxide
The suffix "-ectomy" means what?
-ectomy → surgical removal
What procedure is indicated by the term "colpo"?
Colpo → colposcopy
What does "CPM" stand for in therapy?
CPM → continuous passive motion
The prefix "hyper-" means what?
Hyper- → above normal