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Healthcare Aide Medical Terminology & Procedures Flashcards

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  1. Which term describes a wound that is healing by granulation tissue from the base?

    Answer: Secondary intention

    Secondary intention healing occurs when a wound closes from the bottom up via granulation tissue.

  2. The medical term 'edema' refers to which condition?

    Answer: Abnormal fluid accumulation in tissues

    Edema is the abnormal buildup of fluid in body tissues, causing swelling.

  3. What does 'PRN' mean when written in a medication order?

    Answer: As needed

    PRN (pro re nata) means the medication should be given as needed.

  4. Which directional term means 'toward the back of the body'?

    Answer: Posterior

    Posterior means toward the back of the body, opposite of anterior.

  5. A patient's chart notes 'diaphoresis.' What symptom does this describe?

    Answer: Excessive sweating

    Diaphoresis is the medical term for excessive, abnormal sweating.

  6. What is the correct method for measuring an axillary temperature?

    Answer: Place thermometer in the armpit and hold arm close

    For an axillary temperature, the thermometer is placed in the armpit with the arm held firmly against the body.

  7. The prefix 'hemi-' in medical terminology means:

    Answer: Half

    Hemi- means half, as in hemiplegia (paralysis of one side of the body).

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