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Clinical Knowledge & Medical Terminology Flashcards

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  1. The abbreviation 'PRN' on a medication order means the drug should be given:

    Answer: As needed based on patient condition

    PRN stands for 'pro re nata,' a Latin phrase meaning 'as needed' based on the patient's condition.

  2. Which body system does the term 'renal' refer to?

    Answer: Urinary/kidney system

    Renal pertains to the kidneys; renal failure means the kidneys are not functioning properly.

  3. A medical technician observes a patient in the 'supine' position. The patient is:

    Answer: Lying face up on their back

    Supine position means lying flat on the back with the face upward, commonly used for many procedures.

  4. What does the prefix 'hemo-' or 'hema-' indicate in medical terms?

    Answer: Blood

    The prefix 'hemo-' or 'hema-' refers to blood, as in hemoglobin, hemorrhage, and hematology.

  5. The term 'tachypnea' describes:

    Answer: Abnormally rapid breathing

    Tachypnea means an abnormally rapid breathing rate, with 'tachy-' meaning fast and '-pnea' meaning breathing.

  6. Which medical abbreviation indicates a medication should be taken twice daily?

    Answer: BID

    BID stands for 'bis in die,' meaning twice daily; QD=once, TID=three times, QID=four times daily.

  7. The medical term 'edema' refers to:

    Answer: Abnormal swelling caused by fluid accumulation

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