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Communicating w/ Health Team
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Health Care
Undergraduate 1
11/09/2008

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Term
Prefix
Definition
A word element placed a the beginning of a word to change the meaning of the word.
Term
Abbreviation
Definition
A shortened form of a word or phrase.
Term
Communication
Definition
The exchange of information - a message sent is received and interpreted by the intended person.
Term
Conflict
Definition
A clash between opposing interests and ideas.
Term
Kardex
Definition
A type of card file that summarizes information found in the medical record. Drugs, treatments, diagnosis, routine care measures, equipment and special needs.
Term
Word Element
Definition
A part of a word.
Term
Chart
Definition
A medical record.
Term
Reporting
Definition
A verbal account of resident care and observations.
Term
Progress Note
Definition
A written description of the care given and the person's response and progress. Summaries of care must be written at least every 3 months.
Term
Suffix
Definition
A word element placed after a root; it changes the meaning of the word.
Term
Root
Definition
A word element placed after a root; it changes the meaning of the word.
Term
Recording
Definition
A written account of a person's illness and response to the treatment and care given by the health team; chart.
Term
Medical Record
Definition
Writing or charting resident care and observations.
Term
Neuralgia
Definition
Nerve pain
Term
Gastrostomy
Definition
Incision into stomach
Term
Cholecystectomy
Definition
Excision of gallbladder
Term
Dysuria
Definition
Difficulty Urinating
Term
Gastritis
Definition
Inflammation of stomach
Term
Enteritis
Definition
Inflammation of intestine
Term
Bacteriogenic
Definition
Caused by bacteria
Term
Glossitis
Definition
Inflammation of the tongue
Term
Cyanotic
Definition
Pertaining to blue coloration
Term
Dermatology
Definition
Study or the skin
Term
Oophorectomy
Definition
Excision or ovary
Term
Colostomy
Definition
Incision into large intestine
Term
Nephritis
Definition
Inflammation of kidneys
Term
Bronchoscope
Definition
Instrument used to examine bronchi
Term
Proctoscopy
Definition
Examination of rectum with instrument
Term
The prefix auto-
Definition
Means- self
Term
The prefix brady-
Definition
Means- slow
Term
The prefix dys-
Definition
Means- bad, difficult, abnormal
Term
The prefix ecto-
Definition
Means- outer
Term
The prefix leuk-
Definition
Means- white
Term
The prefix a-, an-
Definition
Means- without, not, lack of
Term
The prefix ab-
Definition
Means- away from
Term
The prefix ad-
Definition
Means- to, toward, near
Term
The prefix ante-
Definition
Means- before, forward, in front of
Term
The prefix anti-
Definition
Means- against
Term
The prefix bi-
Definition
Means- double, two, twice
Term
The prefix circum-
Definition
Means- around
Term
The prefix contra-
Definition
Means- against, opposite
Term
The prefix de-
Definition
Means- down, from
Term
The prefix dia-
Definition
Means- across, through, apart
Term
The prefix dis-
Definition
Means- apart, free from
Term
The prefix en-
Definition
Means- in, into, within
Term
The prefix endo-
Definition
Means- inner, inside
Term
The prefix epi-
Definition
Means- over, on, upon
Term
The prefix eryth-
Definition
Means- red
Term
The prefix eu-
Definition
Means- normal, good, well, healthy
Term
The prefix ex-
Definition
Means- out, out of, from, away from
Term
The prefix hemi-
Definition
Means- half
Term
The prefix hyper-
Definition
Means- excessive, too much, high
Term
The prefix hypo-
Definition
Means- under, decreased, less than normal
Term
The prefix in-
Definition
Means- in, into, within, not
Term
The prefix inter-
Definition
Means- between
Term
The prefix intra-
Definition
Means- within
Term
The prefix intro-
Definition
Means- into, within
Term
The prefix macro-
Definition
Means- large
Term
The prefix mal-
Definition
Means- bad, illness, disease
Term
The prefix mal-
Definition
Means- bad, illness, disease
Term
The prefix meg-
Definition
Means- large
Term
The prefix micro-
Definition
Means- small
Term
The prefix mono-
Definition
Means- one, single
Term
The prefix neo-
Definition
Means- new
Term
The prefix non-
Definition
Means- not
Term
The prefix olig-
Definition
Means- small, scant
Term
The prefix para-
Definition
Means- beside, beyond, after
Term
The prefix per-
Definition
Means- by, through
Term
The prefix peri-
Definition
Means- around
Term
The prefix poly-
Definition
Means- many, much
Term
The prefix post-
Definition
Means- after, behind
Term
The prefix pre-
Definition
Means- before, in front of, prior to
Term
The prefix pro-
Definition
Means- before, in front of
Term
The prefix re-
Definition
Means- again, backward
Term
The prefix retro-
Definition
Means- backward, behind
Term
The prefix semi-
Definition
Means- half
Term
The prefix sub-
Definition
Means- under, beneath
Term
The prefix super-
Definition
Means- above, over, excess
Term
The prefix supra-
Definition
Means- above, over
Term
The prefix tachy-
Definition
Means- fast, rapid
Term
The prefix trans-
Definition
Means- across
Term
The prefix uni-
Definition
Means- one
Term
The root abdomin-o
Definition
Means- abdomen
Term
The root aden-o
Definition
Means- gland
Term
The root adren-o
Definition
Means- adrenal gland
Term
The root angi-o
Definition
Means- vessel
Term
The root arterio
Definition
Means- artery
Term
The root athr-o
Definition
Means- joint
Term
The root broncho-
Definition
Means- bronchus, bronchi
Term
The root card-, cardi-o
Definition
Means- heart
Term
The root cephal-o
Definition
Means- head
Term
The root chole-, chol-o
Definition
Means- bile
Term
The root chondr-o
Definition
Means- cartilage
Term
The root colo-
Definition
Means- colon, large intestine
Term
The root cost-o
Definition
Means- rib
Term
The root crani-o
Definition
Means- skull
Term
The root cyan-o
Definition
Means- blue
Term
The root cyst-o
Definition
Means- bladder, cyst
Term
The root cyt-o
Definition
Means- cell
Term
The root dent-o
Definition
Means- tooth
Term
The root derma-
Definition
Means- skin
Term
The root duoden-o
Definition
Means- duodenum
Term
The root encephal-o
Definition
Means- brain
Term
The root enter-o
Definition
Means- intestines
Term
The root fibr-o
Definition
Means- fiber, fibrous
Term
The root gastr-o
Definition
Means- stomach
Term
The root gloss-o
Definition
Means- tongue
Term
The root gluc-o
Definition
Means- sweetness, glucose
Term
The root glyc-o
Definition
Means- sugar
Term
The root gyn-, gyne-, gyneco-
Definition
Means- woman
Term
The root hem-, hema-, hemo-, hemat-o
Definition
Means- blood
Term
The root hepat-o
Definition
Means- liver
Term
The root hydr-o
Definition
Means- water
Term
The root hyster-o
Definition
Means- uterus
Term
The root ile-o, ili-o
Definition
Means- ileum
Term
The root laparo-
Definition
Means- abdomen, loin, flank
Term
The root laryng-o
Definition
Means- larynx
Term
The root lith-o
Definition
Means- stone
Term
The root mamm-o
Definition
Means- breast, mammary gland
Term
The root mast-o
Definition
Means- mammary gland, breast
Term
The root meno-
Definition
Means- menstruation
Term
The root my-o
Definition
Means- muscle
Term
The root myel-o
Definition
Means- spinal cord, bone marrow
Term
The root necro-
Definition
Means- death
Term
The root nephr-o
Definition
Means- kidney
Term
The root neur-o
Definition
Means- nerve
Term
The root ocul-o
Definition
Means- eye
Term
The root oophor-o
Definition
Means- ovary
Term
The root ophthalm-o
Definition
Means- eye
Term
The root orth-o
Definition
Means- straight, normal, correct
Term
The root oste-o
Definition
Means- bone
Term
The root ot-o
Definition
Means- ear
Term
The root ped-o
Definition
Means- child, foot
Term
The root pharyng-o
Definition
Means- pharynx
Term
The root phleb-o
Definition
Means- vein
Term
The root pnea-
Definition
Means- breathing, respiration
Term
The root pneum-o
Definition
Means- lung, air, gas
Term
The root proct-o
Definition
Means- rectum
Term
The root psycho-o
Definition
Means- mind
Term
The root pulmo-
Definition
Means- lung
Term
The root py-o
Definition
Means- pus
Term
The root rect-o
Definition
Means- rectum
Term
The root rhin-o
Definition
Means- nose
Term
The root salping-o
Definition
Means- eustachian tube, uterine tube
Term
The root splen-o
Definition
Means- spleen
Term
The root sten-o
Definition
Means- narrow, constriction
Term
The root stern-o
Definition
Means- sternum
Term
The root stomat-o
Definition
Means- mouth
Term
The root therm-o
Definition
Means- heat
Term
The root thoraco-
Definition
Means- chest
Term
The root thromb-o
Definition
Means- clot, thrombus
Term
The root thyr-o
Definition
Means- thyroid
Term
The root toxic-o
Definition
Means- poison, poisonous
Term
The root toxo-
Definition
Means- poison
Term
The root trache-o
Definition
Means- trachea
Term
The root urethr-o
Definition
Means- urethra
Term
The root urin-o
Definition
Means- urine
Term
The root uro-
Definition
Means- urine, urinary tract, urination
Term
The root uter-o
Definition
Means- uterus
Term
The root vas-o
Definition
Means- blood vessel, vas deferens
Term
The root ven-o
Definition
Means- vein
Term
The root vertebr-o
Definition
Means- spine, vertebrae
Term
The suffix -algia
Definition
Means- pain
Term
The suffix -asis
Definition
Means- condition, usually abnormal
Term
The suffix -cele
Definition
Means- hernia, herniation, pouching
Term
The suffix -centesis
Definition
Means- puncture and aspiration of
Term
The suffix -cyte
Definition
Means- cell
Term
The suffix -ectasis
Definition
Means- dilation, stretching
Term
The suffix -ectomy
Definition
Means- excision, removal of
Term
The suffix -emia
Definition
Means- blood condition
Term
The suffix -genesis
Definition
Means- development, production, creation
Term
The suffix -genic
Definition
Means- producing, causing
Term
The suffix -gram
Definition
Means- record
Term
The suffix -graph
Definition
Means- a diagram, a recording instrument
Term
The suffix -graphy
Definition
Means- making a recording
Term
The suffix -iasis
Definition
Means- condition of
Term
The suffix -ism
Definition
Means- a condition
Term
The suffix -itis
Definition
Means- inflammation
Term
The suffix -logy
Definition
Means- the study of
Term
The suffix -lysis
Definition
Means- destruction of, decomposition
Term
The suffix -megaly
Definition
Means- enlargement
Term
The suffix -meter
Definition
Means- measuring instrument
Term
The suffix -oma
Definition
Means- tumor
Term
The suffix -osis
Definition
Means- condition
Term
The suffix -pathy
Definition
Means- disease
Term
The suffix -penia
Definition
Means- lack, deficiency
Term
The suffix -phagia
Definition
Means- to eat or consume, swallowing
Term
The root -phasia
Definition
Means- speaking
Term
The suffix -phobia
Definition
Means- an exaggerated fear
Term
The suffix -plasty
Definition
Means- surgical repair or reshaping
Term
The suffix -plegia
Definition
Means- paralysis
Term
The suffix -ptosis
Definition
Means- falling, sagging, dropping down
Term
The suffix -rrhage, -rrhagia
Definition
Means- excessive flow
Term
The suffix -rrhaphy
Definition
Means- stitching, suturing
Term
The suffix -rrhea
Definition
Means- profuse flow, discharge
Term
The suffix -scope
Definition
Means- examination instrument
Term
The suffix -scopy
Definition
Means- examination using a scope
Term
The suffix -stasis
Definition
Means- maintenance, maintaining a constant level
Term
The suffix -stomy, -ostomy
Definition
Means- creation of an opening
Term
The suffix -tomy, -otomy
Definition
Means- incision, cutting into
Term
The suffix -uria
Definition
Means- condition of the urine
Term
Abbreviation- abd
Definition
Abbreviation for- abdomen
Term
Abbreviation- AC; a.c
Definition
Abbreviation for- before meals
Term
Abbreviation- ADL
Definition
Abbreviation for- activities of daily living
Term
Abbreviation- ad lib
Definition
Abbreviation for- as desired
Term
Abbreviation- AIDS
Definition
Abbreviation for- acquired immuodeficiency syndrome
Term
Abbreviation- AKA
Definition
Abbreviation for- above-the-knee amputation
Term
Abbreviation- AM
Definition
Abbreviation for- morning
Term
Abbreviation- AMB; amb
Definition
Abbreviation for- ambulate; ambulatory
Term
Abbreviation- amt
Definition
Abbreviation for- amount
Term
Abbreviation- ap; AP
Definition
Abbreviation for- apical
Term
Abbreviation- bid
Definition
Abbreviation for- twice a day
Term
Abbreviation- BE
Definition
Abbreviation for- barium enema (x-ray)
Term
Abbreviation- BKA
Definition
Abbreviation for- below-the-knew amputation
Term
Abbreviation- BM; bm
Definition
Abbreviation for- bowel movement
Term
Abbreviation- BP
Definition
Abbreviation for- blood pressure
Term
Abbreviation- BRP
Definition
Abbreviation for- bathroom privileges
Term
Abbreviation- -c (line is above the c)
Definition
Abbreviation for- with
Term
Abbreviation- C
Definition
Abbreviation for- centrigrade; Celsius
Term
Abbreviation- Ca; CA
Definition
Abbreviation for- cancer
Term
Abbreviation- CABG
Definition
Abbreviation for- coronary artery bypass graft
Term
Abbreviation- cal
Definition
Abbreviation for- calories
Term
Abbreviation- cath
Definition
Abbreviation for- catheter
Term
Abbreviation- CBC
Definition
Abbreviation for- complete blood count
Term
Abbreviation- CBR
Definition
Abbreviation for- complete bed rest
Term
Abbreviation- CDC
Definition
Abbreviation for- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Term
Abbreviation- CNA
Definition
Abbreviation for- Centified Nursing Assistant
Term
Abbreviation- CNS
Definition
Abbreviation for- central nervous system
Term
Abbreviation- C/O, c/o
Definition
Abbreviation for- complains of
Term
Abbreviation- CPR
Definition
Abbreviation for- cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Term
Abbreviation- CS
Definition
Abbreviation for- central service, central supply
Term
Abbreviation- DOA
Definition
Abbreviation for- dead on arrival
Term
Abbreviation- DOE
Definition
Abbreviation for- dyspnea on exertion
Term
Abbreviation- DON
Definition
Abbreviation for- Director of Nursing
Term
Abbreviation- drsg
Definition
Abbreviation for- dressing
Term
Abbreviation- Dx
Definition
Abbreviation for- diagnosis
Term
Abbreviation- ECG; EKG
Definition
Abbreviation for- electrocardiogram
Term
Abbreviation- EEG
Definition
Abbreviation for- electroencephalogram
Term
Abbreviation- EENT
Definition
Abbreviation for- eyes, ears, nose, and throat
Term
Abbreviation- ER
Definition
Abbreviation for- emergency room
Term
Abbreviation- F
Definition
Abbreviation for- Fahrenheit
Term
Abbreviation- FBS
Definition
Abbreviation for- fasting blood sugar
Term
Abbreviation- fl; fld
Definition
Abbreviation for- fluid
Term
Abbreviation- FUO
Definition
Abbreviation for- fever of unknown origin
Term
Abbreviation- Fx
Definition
Abbreviation for- fracture
Term
Abbreviation- gal
Definition
Abbreviation for- gallon
Term
Abbreviation- GB
Definition
Abbreviation for- gallbladder
Term
Abbreviation- GI
Definition
Abbreviation for- gastrointestinal
Term
Abbreviation- GU
Definition
Abbreviation for- genitourinary
Term
Abbreviation- h; hr
Definition
Abbreviation for- hour
Term
Abbreviation- H2O
Definition
Abbreviation for- water
Term
Abbreviation- HIV
Definition
Abbreviation for- human immunodeficiency virus
Term
Abbreviation- ht
Definition
Abbreviation for- height
Term
Abbreviation- hx
Definition
Abbreviation for- history
Term
Abbreviation- ICU
Definition
Abbreviation for- intensive car unit
Term
Abbreviation- I&O
Definition
Abbreviation for- intake and output
Term
Abbreviation- IV
Definition
Abbreviation for- intravenous
Term
Abbreviation- L
Definition
Abbreviation for- left, liter
Term
Abbreviation- Lab
Definition
Abbreviation for- laboratory
Term
Abbreviation- lb
Definition
Abbreviation for- pound
Term
Abbreviation- liq
Definition
Abbreviation for- liquid
Term
Abbreviation- LLQ
Definition
Abbreviation for- left lower quadrant
Term
Abbreviation- LOC
Definition
Abbreviation for- level of consciousness
Term
Abbreviation- LPN
Definition
Abbreviation for- Licensed Practical Nurse
Term
Abbreviation- lt
Definition
Abbreviation for- left
Term
Abbreviation- LUQ
Definition
Abbreviation for- left upper quadrant
Term
Abbreviation- LVN
Definition
Abbreviation for- Licensed Vocational Nurse
Term
Abbreviation- meds
Definition
Abbreviation for- medications
Term
Abbreviation- mid noc
Definition
Abbreviation for- midnight
Term
Abbreviation- min
Definition
Abbreviation for- minute
Term
Abbreviation- ml
Definition
Abbreviation for- milliliter
Term
Abbreviation- NA
Definition
Abbreviation for- Nursing Assistant
Term
Abbreviation- neg
Definition
Abbreviation for- negative
Term
Abbreviation- noc
Definition
Abbreviation for- night
Term
Abbreviation- NPO; npo
Definition
Abbreviation for- nothing by mouth
Term
Abbreviation- O2
Definition
Abbreviation for- oxygen
Term
Abbreviation- OB
Definition
Abbreviation for- obstetrics
Term
Abbreviation- OOB
Definition
Abbreviation for- out of bed
Term
Abbreviation- OR
Definition
Abbreviation for- operating room
Term
Abbreviation- os
Definition
Abbreviation for- mouth
Term
Abbreviation- OT
Definition
Abbreviation for- occupational therapy
Term
Abbreviation- Oz; oz
Definition
Abbreviation for- ounce
Term
Abbreviation- PC; p.c.
Definition
Abbreviation for- after meals
Term
Abbreviation- PCA
Definition
Abbreviation for- patient-controlled analgesia
Term
Abbreviation- Peds
Definition
Abbreviation for- pediatrics
Term
Abbreviation- per
Definition
Abbreviation for- by, through
Term
Abbreviation- PM
Definition
Abbreviation for- after noon
Term
Abbreviation- PO; po
Definition
Abbreviation for- by mouth, orally
Term
Abbreviation- postop; post-op
Definition
Abbreviation for- postoperative
Term
Abbreviation- preop; pre-op
Definition
Abbreviation for- preoperative
Term
Abbreviation- prep
Definition
Abbreviation for- preparation
Term
Abbreviation- prn
Definition
Abbreviation for- when necessary
Term
Abbreviation- Pt; pt
Definition
Abbreviation for- patient
Term
Abbreviation- PT
Definition
Abbreviation for- physical therapy
Term
Abbreviation- q
Definition
Abbreviation for- every
Term
Abbreviation- qh
Definition
Abbreviation for- every hour
Term
Abbreviation- q2h, q3h, etc.
Definition
Abbreviation for- every 2 hours, every 3 hours, and so on
Term
Abbreviation- qid
Definition
Abbreviation for- four times a day
Term
Abbreviation- R
Definition
Abbreviation for- rectal temperature; respiration; right
Term
Abbreviation- RBC
Definition
Abbreviation for- red blood cell; red blood count
Term
Abbreviation- RLQ
Definition
Abbreviation for- right lower quadrant
Term
Abbreviation- RN
Definition
Abbreviation for- registered nurse
Term
Abbreviation- R/O
Definition
Abbreviation for- rule out
Term
Abbreviation- ROM
Definition
Abbreviation for- range of motion
Term
Abbreviation- RR
Definition
Abbreviation for- recovery room
Term
Abbreviation- rt
Definition
Abbreviation for- right
Term
Abbreviation-RUQ
Definition
Abbreviation for- right upper quadrant
Term
Abbreviation- -s (line is above the s)
Definition
Abbreviation for- without
Term
Abbreviation- SNF
Definition
Abbreviation for- Skilled Nursing Facility
Term
Abbreviation- SOB
Definition
Abbreviation for- shortness of breath
Term
Abbreviation- Spec; spec
Definition
Abbreviation for- specimen
Term
Abbreviation- SSE
Definition
Abbreviation for- soapsuds enema
Term
Abbreviation- stat
Definition
Abbreviation for- at once, immediately
Term
Abbreviation- tbsp
Definition
Abbreviation for- tablespoon
Term
Abbreviation- tid
Definition
Abbreviation for- three times a day
Term
Abbreviation- TLC
Definition
Abbreviation for- tender loving care
Term
Abbreviation- TPR
Definition
Abbreviation for- temperature, pulse, and respirations
Term
Abbreviation- tsp
Definition
Abbreviation for- teaspoon
Term
Abbreviation- U/a; U/A; u/a
Definition
Abbreviation for- urinalysis
Term
Abbreviation- UTI
Definition
Abbreviation for- urinary tract infection
Term
Abbreviation- VS; vs
Definition
Abbreviation for- vital signs
Term
Abbreviation- WBC
Definition
Abbreviation for- white blood cell; white blood count
Term
Abbreviation- w/c
Definition
Abbreviation for- wheelchair
Term
Abbreviation- wt
Definition
Abbreviation for- weight
Term
Anterior (ventral)
Definition
At or toward the front of the body or body part
Term
Distal
Definition
The part farthest from the center or from the point of attachment
Term
Lateral
Definition
Away from the mdiline; at the side of the body or body part.
Term
Medial
Definition
At or near the middle or midline of the body or body part
Term
Posterior (dorsal)
Definition
At or toward the back of the body or body part.
Term
Posterior (dorsal)
Definition
At or toward the back of the body or body part.
Term
Proximal
Definition
The part nearest to the center or to the point of origin.
Term
Activities of Daily Living
Definition
The activities usually done during a normal day in a person's life.
Term
Care Plan
Definition
A written guide about the person's care
Term
Contracture
Definition
The lack of joint mobility caused by abnormal shortening of a muscle.
Term
Feces
Definition
The semi-solid mass of waste products in the colon that are expelled through the anus.
Term
Fowler's position
Definition
A semi-sitting position; the head of the bed is raised between 45 and 60 degrees.
Term
Incontinence
Definition
Not being able to control urination or defecation.
Term
Pressure ulcer
Definition
An injury usually from unrelieved pressure; decubitus ulcer, bedsore, or pressure sore.
Term
Prone
Definition
Lying on the abdomen eith the head turned to one side.
Term
Semi-Fowler's Position
Definition
The head of the bed is raised 30 degrees; or the head of the bed is raised 30 degrees and the knee protion is raised 15 degrees.
Term
Signal Light
Definition
Part of the call system that allows the person to signal the nurses' station for help.
Term
Supine
Definition
The back-lying or dorsal recumbent position.
Term
Vital Signs
Definition
Temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure
Term
Voiding
Definition
Urinating
Term
Admission Sheet
Definition
Completed when the person is admitted to the center. Contains the persons identifying information.
Term
Activities of Daily Living flow sheet
Definition
Used to record a persons ability to perform activities of daily living. Addresses hygiene, food and fluids, elimination, rest and sleep, activities, and social interactions.
Term
Interdisciplinary care planning conference
Definition
Held regularly to review and update care plans. The RN, doctor, and other health team members attend.
Term
Problem-focused conference
Definition
Held when one problem affects a person's care. Only staff directly involved with the problem attend. The person and family may attend.
Term
4 regions of the abdomen
Definition
Right Upper Quadrant
Left Upper Quadrant
Right Lower Quadrant
Left Lower Quadrant
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