CELBAN CELBAN Medical Terminology and Nursing Vocabulary 2

Question 1

A nurse reads 'edema noted in bilateral lower extremities.' What does this describe?

Accepted Answer

Swelling in both lower legs and feet

Answer

Edema refers to swelling caused by fluid accumulation in tissue, and bilateral lower extremities means both legs and feet.

Question 2

The abbreviation 'SOB' in a nursing note most likely refers to which condition?

Accepted Answer

Shortness of breath

Answer

In clinical documentation, SOB is a widely used abbreviation for shortness of breath, a common respiratory complaint.

Question 3

Which word correctly completes this nursing note: 'The patient reports _____ in the left lower quadrant, rated 7/10 on the pain scale'?

Accepted Answer

tenderness

Answer

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.

Question 4

A patient is ordered 'oral rehydration therapy.' Which intervention does this involve?

Accepted Answer

Encouraging fluid intake by mouth

Answer

Oral rehydration therapy involves giving fluids and electrolytes by mouth to treat or prevent dehydration.

Question 5

What does the medical term 'tachycardia' indicate on a patient monitor?

Accepted Answer

Heart rate above 100 bpm

Answer

Tachycardia means a heart rate faster than 100 beats per minute, derived from the Greek 'tachys' (fast) and 'kardia' (heart).

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