Medical Terminology Flashcards: L-P
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What does L&D stand for?

  • Labor and delivery (correct)
  • Left and right
  • Lipid and diet
  • Laparotomy and delivery

    • What does the abbreviation L represent?

    left

    What does Lap refer to in medical terms?

    laparotomy

    What is LDL in medical terms?

    <p>low-density lipoprotein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lb stand for?

    <p>pound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Liq mean?

    <p>liquid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does LMP stand for?

    <p>last menstrual period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of Lp in medical terminology?

    <p>lumbar puncture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Na represent in the context of chemistry?

    <p>sodium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does NaCl refer to?

    <p>sodium chloride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the abbreviation NG used for?

    <p>nasogastric tube</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Noc mean?

    <p>at night</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does NPO stand for?

    <p>nothing by mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does N/V mean?

    <p>nausea and vomiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does P refer to in medical terms?

    <p>after</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Pc signify?

    <p>after meals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does PCA stand for?

    <p>patient controlled analgesia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does PDR mean?

    <p>physician's desk reference</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the abbreviation Peds used for?

    <p>pediatrics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does pm stand for?

    <p>afternoon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does po mean in medical terminology?

    <p>by mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does preop refer to?

    <p>before operation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does postop mean?

    <p>after operation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does prn stand for?

    <p>when necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of Pt in medical terms?

    <p>prothrombin time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does O2 refer to?

    <p>oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ob stand for?

    <p>obstetrics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Od refer to?

    <p>right eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Or mean?

    <p>operating room</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does OS stand for?

    <p>left eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ou mean?

    <p>each eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does os refer to?

    <p>mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Oz represent?

    <p>ounce</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lact-,lacto refer to?

    <p>milk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Laryng- refer to?

    <p>larynx (voice box)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -lepsy mean?

    <p>seizure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Leuko- indicate?

    <p>white</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -(o)logy mean?

    <p>study of</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lymph refer to?

    <p>lymph tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -lysis mean?

    <p>destruction, dissolving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Macro- mean?

    <p>large</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mammo- refer to?

    <p>breast</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Melano- indicate?

    <p>black</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Meningo- refer to?

    <p>membrane covering the brain and spinal cord</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -mortem mean?

    <p>death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -natal mean?

    <p>birth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Necro- mean?

    <p>death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Nephro- refer to?

    <p>kidney</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Neuro- indicate?

    <p>nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Noct- mean?

    <p>night</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ocul- refer to?

    <p>eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -ologist mean?

    <p>person who does/studies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -ology represent?

    <p>study of, science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -oma mean?

    <p>tumor, swelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -oscopy mean?

    <p>diagnostic examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -otomy mean?

    <p>cutting into</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Para- indicate?

    <p>abnormal, beside, near</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -paresis mean?

    <p>partial paralysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -partum mean?

    <p>birth, labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does ped- represent?

    <p>child</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -penia mean?

    <p>lack of, abnormal reduction in number, deficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Peri- mean?

    <p>around</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -phasia mean?

    <p>speech</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -phobia mean?

    <p>fear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -pasty signify?

    <p>surgical correction or repair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does -plegia mean?

    <p>paralysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Pneumonia- refer to?

    <p>lung, pertaining to the lungs, air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Post- indicate?

    <p>after, behind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Pre- mean?

    <p>before, in front of</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Proct- represent?

    <p>rectum and anus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Psych- signify?

    <p>pertaining to the mind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Poly- mean?

    <p>many, much</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Medical Abbreviations

    • L&D refers to Labor and Delivery, a critical phase in obstetrics.
    • L stands for left, indicating orientation or side in medical terms.
    • Lap is short for laparotomy, a surgical procedure involving an incision in the abdominal cavity.
    • LDL denotes low-density lipoprotein, a type of cholesterol linked to heart disease.

    Measurements and Units

    • Lb is an abbreviation for pound, a unit of weight commonly used in the United States.
    • Liq stands for liquid, often used in medical prescriptions.
    • Oz represents ounce, another unit of weight; essential in dosing medication.

    Reproductive and Patient Terms

    • LMP stands for Last Menstrual Period, an important indicator of pregnancy and menstrual health.
    • Lp is an abbreviation for lumbar puncture, a diagnostic procedure involving the withdrawal of cerebrospinal fluid.
    • NPO means "nothing by mouth," indicating dietary restrictions prior to medical procedures.

    Gastrointestinal and Nutritional Terms

    • NG refers to nasogastric tube, a flexible tube inserted into the stomach through the nose.
    • N/V stands for nausea and vomiting, common symptoms in various medical conditions.

    Timing and Frequency

    • pc means after meals, often used in medication instructions.
    • prn indicates 'when necessary,’ used in prescribing medication.
    • Noc defines actions or instructions to be taken at night.

    Surgical and Medical Procedures

    • preop refers to procedures or preparations done before an operation.
    • postop is associated with actions taken after surgery, crucial for recovery.
    • PCA stands for patient-controlled analgesia, a pain management technique allowing patients to administer their own medication.

    Office and Eye Terminology

    • O2 is the formula for oxygen, essential for respiration.
    • Od stands for right eye, while Os denotes left eye, used in ocular prescriptions.
    • Ou means each eye, commonly used in ophthalmology.

    Common Medical Prefixes

    • Lact-, lacto pertains to milk, relevant in breastfeeding discussions.
    • Leuko- signifies white, often used in reference to blood cells.
    • Macro- indicates large, used in various medical descriptors.

    General Medical Terms

    • -logy denotes the study of a particular subject, frequently used in medical disciplines (e.g., biology).
    • -osis refers to a condition, often abnormal, such as in diagnosis.
    • -otomy means cutting into, indicating surgical procedures.

    Conditions and Disorders

    • -plegia refers to paralysis, a condition affecting movement or function.
    • -phobia indicates an irrational fear, used in psychology to describe anxiety disorders.
    • -pathy denotes disease or disorder, applicable across various medical contexts.

    Family and Child Terms

    • Peds refers to pediatrics, the branch of medicine focusing on children.
    • Pt indicates prothrombin time, a medical test for blood clotting factors.
    • Para- as a prefix indicates abnormal or beside, relevant in describing certain health conditions.

    Conclusion

    • Understanding these medical terms and abbreviations is vital for effective communication in healthcare settings and enhances comprehension of medical literature.

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    This quiz covers essential medical terminology starting with the letters L through P. Improve your understanding of terms used in healthcare, including abbreviations and their meanings. Ideal for students in medical fields, these flashcards will enhance your vocabulary in a short period.

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