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Medical Terminology Flashcards

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  1. What does 'tachycardia' indicate?

    Answer: Rapid heart rate

    Tachycardia means abnormally rapid heart rate, from 'tachy-' (fast) and 'cardia' (heart).

  2. The combining form 'nephro-' relates to which organ?

    Answer: Kidney

    'Nephro-' refers to the kidney, from Greek 'nephros.'

  3. What does 'bilateral' mean in a medical report?

    Answer: On both sides of the body

    Bilateral means affecting both sides of the body, from 'bi-' (two) and 'lateral' (side).

  4. The term 'analgesic' refers to a medication that:

    Answer: Relieves pain

    An analgesic relieves pain, from 'an-' (without) and 'algesia' (pain sensation).

  5. What does 'PRN' mean on a medication order?

    Answer: As needed

    PRN stands for 'pro re nata,' Latin for 'as needed.'

  6. 'Edema' describes:

    Answer: Abnormal swelling caused by fluid accumulation in tissues

    Edema refers to abnormal swelling from excess fluid accumulation in body tissues.

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