CELBAN Medical Terminology and Nursing Vocabulary Flashcards
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A nurse reads 'edema noted in bilateral lower extremities.' What does this describe?
Answer: Swelling in both lower legs and feet
Edema refers to swelling caused by fluid accumulation in tissue, and bilateral lower extremities means both legs and feet.
The abbreviation 'SOB' in a nursing note most likely refers to which condition?
Answer: Shortness of breath
In clinical documentation, SOB is a widely used abbreviation for shortness of breath, a common respiratory complaint.
Which word correctly completes this nursing note: 'The patient reports _____ in the left lower quadrant, rated 7/10 on the pain scale'?
Answer: tenderness
Tenderness refers to pain or discomfort felt when an area is touched or pressed, and it is appropriate in the context of a pain scale rating.
A patient is ordered 'oral rehydration therapy.' Which intervention does this involve?
Answer: Encouraging fluid intake by mouth
Oral rehydration therapy involves giving fluids and electrolytes by mouth to treat or prevent dehydration.
What does the medical term 'tachycardia' indicate on a patient monitor?
Answer: Heart rate above 100 bpm
Tachycardia means a heart rate faster than 100 beats per minute, derived from the Greek 'tachys' (fast) and 'kardia' (heart).
Which phrase best describes 'ambulating' in a nursing care plan?
Answer: Walking or moving about
Ambulating refers to the act of walking or moving about, and encouraging ambulation is a key nursing intervention for recovery.