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Nursing Tech Final TERMINOLOGY
Nursing Techniques FSCJ 2011
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Nursing
Undergraduate 3
10/17/2011

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korotkoff sounds
Definition
sounds of the rush of blood (Korotkoff phases) as blood resumes its flow through the artery.
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doppler
Definition
amplifies sounds, allowing you to hear low-velocity blood flow through peripheral arteries.
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elixir
Definition
aromatic, sweetened, alcoholic preparation used either as flavored vehicles or active medicinal agents
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diffusion
Definition
describes the spread of particles through random motion from regions of higher concentration to regions of lower concentration.
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dyspnea
Definition
a subjective experience of inadequate or difficult breathing.. Dyspnea is associated with increased effort to inhale and exhale and active use of intercostal and accessory muscles
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Tincture
Definition
diluted alcoholic solutions of drugs or chemicals
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Extract
Definition
concentrated preparations of vegetable or animal drugs obtained by removing the active ingredients of the drugs with suitable solvents and then evaporating all or part of the solvents
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3. Troche
Definition
flat, round, or rectangular preparation that is held in the mouth until dissolved
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4. Spansule
Definition
a dosage form providing for gradual but continued release of drug
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10. Ophthalmic ointment
Definition
ointment prepared specifically for application to the eye
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5. Cumulative action:
Definition
the action or effect that may be produced when the body cannot metabolize one dose of a drug before another dose is administered, leading to toxic concentrations
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4. Therapeutic action
Definition
the action of a drug in diseased tissues or in the sick individual
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7. Antagonistic action
Definition
refers to the effect obtained when one drug is given to counteract the action
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13. Idiosyncrasy
Definition
an unexpected effect produced by a drug in a given individual: Example: a sedative causes hyperactivity in a given patient
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16. Habituation
Definition
state of psychological dependence
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17. Addiction
Definition
state of physical and psychological dependence
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1. Miotic
Definition
contracts on constricts pupils
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2. Mydriatic
Definition
dilates pupils
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3. Cycloplegic
Definition
propduces paralysis of the ciliary muscle of the eye
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6. Anthelmintic
Definition
combats parasitic intestinal worms
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7. Antipyretic
Definition
reduces fever
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8. Carminative
Definition
removes gas from GI Tract
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13. Barbiturate
Definition
a synthetic compound derived from barbituric acid and used for hypnotic or sedative effects
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16. Pressor
Definition
stimulator which tends to raise blood pressure
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21. Antineoplastic
Definition
inhibits or prevents the growth and proliferation of malignant cells and neoplasms--used in cancer chemotherapy
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26. Cardiotonic
Definition
improves heart muscle tone
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27. Hemopoietic
Definition
aids in blood cell production
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29. Sulfonamide
Definition
bacteriostatic effect on microorganisms
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37. Ataractic
Definition
relieves anxiety thus promoting emotional equilibrium without producing drowsiness
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sitz bath
Definition
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A sitz bath is a bath in which a person sits in water up to the hips. It is used to relieve discomfort and pain in the lower part of the body,
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exudate
Definition
any fluid that filters from the circulatory system into lesions or areas of inflammation
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penrose drain
Definition
a surgical device placed in a wound to drain fluid. It consists of a soft rubber tube placed in a wound area, to prevent the build up of fluid.
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sanguineous
Definition
1. Relating to or involving blood or bloodshed.
2. Having the color of blood; blood-red.
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dehiscence
Definition
A rupture or splitting open, as of a surgical wound, or of an organ or structure to discharge its contents.
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serosanguinous
Definition
Consisting of serum and blood.
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l. Winged butterfly needle
Definition
A butterfly needle is a short, straight, very thin hollow needle that is usually held by wings and attached to a slender catheter line, a collection bottle, or a syringe.
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m. Buretrol
Definition
Volume-control administration sets (e.g., Volutrol, Buretrol, Pediatrol) are small (50 to 150 mL) containers that attach just below a primary infusion bag or bottle. The set is attached and filled in a manner similar to that used with a regular IV infusion.
Term
o. Midline Catheter
Definition
A midline catheter is put into a vein in the upper arm, or at the bend in the elbow. The midline catheter tube is shorter than a PICC. The midline tube ends in a vein below your armpit, rather than ending in a vein near your heart.
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p. PICC Line
Definition
A peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) is a small, flexible catheter (tube) that is put into a vein. Veins are blood vessels that carry blood from your body back to your heart. A PICC is placed into a vein in your arm, and then guided into a larger vein that leads into your heart.
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Non Parenterals
Definition
any medication route that is not IV
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body landmarks of IM anterior thigh injection
Definition
Greater trochanter and patella
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body landmarks of IM vasus gluteous injection
Definition
ASIS(anterior superior illiac spine), greater trochantor, crotch.
Term
hypovolemia
Definition
Excess fluid loss
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hypervolemia
Definition
Excess fluid volume
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