Medical Terminology Flashcards: L-P

Questions and Answers

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?

low-density lipoprotein Signup and view all the answers

What does Lb stand for?

pound Signup and view all the answers

What does Liq mean?

liquid Signup and view all the answers

What does LMP stand for?

last menstrual period Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of Lp in medical terminology?

lumbar puncture Signup and view all the answers

What does Na represent in the context of chemistry?

sodium Signup and view all the answers

What does NaCl refer to?

sodium chloride Signup and view all the answers

What is the abbreviation NG used for?

nasogastric tube Signup and view all the answers

What does Noc mean?

at night Signup and view all the answers

What does NPO stand for?

nothing by mouth Signup and view all the answers

What does N/V mean?

nausea and vomiting Signup and view all the answers

What does P refer to in medical terms?

after Signup and view all the answers

What does Pc signify?

after meals Signup and view all the answers

What does PCA stand for?

patient controlled analgesia Signup and view all the answers

What does PDR mean?

physician's desk reference Signup and view all the answers

What is the abbreviation Peds used for?

pediatrics Signup and view all the answers

What does pm stand for?

afternoon Signup and view all the answers

What does po mean in medical terminology?

by mouth Signup and view all the answers

What does preop refer to?

before operation Signup and view all the answers

What does postop mean?

after operation Signup and view all the answers

What does prn stand for?

when necessary Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of Pt in medical terms?

prothrombin time Signup and view all the answers

What does O2 refer to?

oxygen Signup and view all the answers

What does Ob stand for?

obstetrics Signup and view all the answers

What does Od refer to?

right eye Signup and view all the answers

What does Or mean?

operating room Signup and view all the answers

What does OS stand for?

left eye Signup and view all the answers

What does Ou mean?

each eye Signup and view all the answers

What does os refer to?

mouth Signup and view all the answers

What does Oz represent?

ounce Signup and view all the answers

What does Lact-,lacto refer to?

milk Signup and view all the answers

What does Laryng- refer to?

larynx (voice box) Signup and view all the answers

What does -lepsy mean?

seizure Signup and view all the answers

What does Leuko- indicate?

white Signup and view all the answers

What does -(o)logy mean?

study of Signup and view all the answers

What does Lymph refer to?

lymph tissue Signup and view all the answers

What does -lysis mean?

destruction, dissolving Signup and view all the answers

What does Macro- mean?

large Signup and view all the answers

What does Mammo- refer to?

breast Signup and view all the answers

What does Melano- indicate?

black Signup and view all the answers

What does Meningo- refer to?

membrane covering the brain and spinal cord Signup and view all the answers

What does -mortem mean?

death Signup and view all the answers

What does -natal mean?

birth Signup and view all the answers

What does Necro- mean?

death Signup and view all the answers

What does Nephro- refer to?

kidney Signup and view all the answers

What does Neuro- indicate?

nerve Signup and view all the answers

What does Noct- mean?

night Signup and view all the answers

What does Ocul- refer to?

eye Signup and view all the answers

What does -ologist mean?

person who does/studies Signup and view all the answers

What does -ology represent?

study of, science Signup and view all the answers

What does -oma mean?

tumor, swelling Signup and view all the answers

What does -oscopy mean?

diagnostic examination Signup and view all the answers

What does -otomy mean?

cutting into Signup and view all the answers

What does Para- indicate?

abnormal, beside, near Signup and view all the answers

What does -paresis mean?

partial paralysis Signup and view all the answers

What does -partum mean?

birth, labor Signup and view all the answers

What does ped- represent?

child Signup and view all the answers

What does -penia mean?

lack of, abnormal reduction in number, deficiency Signup and view all the answers

What does Peri- mean?

around Signup and view all the answers

What does -phasia mean?

speech Signup and view all the answers

What does -phobia mean?

fear Signup and view all the answers

What does -pasty signify?

surgical correction or repair Signup and view all the answers

What does -plegia mean?

paralysis Signup and view all the answers

What does Pneumonia- refer to?

lung, pertaining to the lungs, air Signup and view all the answers

What does Post- indicate?

after, behind Signup and view all the answers

What does Pre- mean?

before, in front of Signup and view all the answers

What does Proct- represent?

rectum and anus Signup and view all the answers

What does Psych- signify?

pertaining to the mind Signup and view all the answers

What does Poly- mean?

many, much 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.