Medical Terminology H1 to YO Flashcards
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What does H1 stand for?

  • Hepatitis A
  • Herpes simplex type 1 (correct)
  • Hearing impaired
  • Hepatitis B

    • What does H2 stand for?

  • Herpes simplex type 2 (correct)
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hearing impaired
  • Hard of hearing

    • What is the definition of HAV?

    Hepatitis A virus

    What does HBV stand for?

    <p>Hepatitis B virus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the full form of HCV?

    <p>Hepatitis C virus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the abbreviation HI, HOH stand for?

    <p>Hearing Impaired</p> Signup and view all the answers

    I & O stands for ______ and output.

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

    What does ICU stand for?

    <p>Intensive care unit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of ID?

    <p>Infectious disease, initial dose, intradermal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does IV stand for?

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

    What does KUB stand for?

    <p>Kidney, ureter, bladder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does LBP mean?

    <p>Low blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can MD stand for?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of ml?

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

    What does MMR stand for?

    <p>Measles, mumps, and rubella</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does MS stand for?

    <p>Both A and C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does N & V stand for?

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

    NPO means ______ by mouth.

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

    What does OTC stand for?

    <p>Over the counter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does PE stand for?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does PRN mean?

    <p>As needed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    PROM means ______ range of motion.

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

    How often does QD occur?

    <p>Every day or once a day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does QID stand for?

    <p>Four times per day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Q stand for?

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

    What is the meaning of RBC?

    <p>Red blood cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does ROS refer to?

    <p>Review of systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does RR stand for?

    <p>Both A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Rx stand for?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does S.O.S. mean?

    <p>Urgently required</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does sig. stand for?

    <p>Let it be written, label, instructions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does SOB stand for?

    <p>Shortness of breath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does stat mean?

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

    What does STI stand for?

    <p>Both A and C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does SX stand for?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does TBC stand for?

    <p>Both A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of TENS?

    <p>Transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does TIA stand for?

    <p>Transient ischemic attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does TKO mean?

    <p>To keep open</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does TPR stand for?

    <p>Temperature, pulse, respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does UE stand for?

    <p>Upper extremity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does ung mean?

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

    What is URI an abbreviation for?

    <p>Upper respiratory infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does US stand for?

    <p>Both A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does UTD stand for?

    <p>Up to date</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does UTI stand for?

    <p>Urinary tract infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does VO stand for?

    <p>Verbal order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does WBC stand for?

    <p>White blood cells or white blood count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does X & D stand for?

    <p>Examination and diagnosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does YO mean?

    <p>Years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Medical Terminology - H1 to YO

    • H1 refers to herpes simplex type 1, commonly known as oral herpes.
    • H2 indicates herpes simplex type 2, which causes genital herpes.
    • HAV stands for hepatitis A virus, a contagious virus that affects the liver.
    • HBV is the abbreviation for hepatitis B virus, linked to serious liver infections.
    • HCV refers to hepatitis C virus, known for causing chronic liver disease.
    • HI and HOH signify hearing impaired or hard of hearing conditions.
    • I & O denotes intake and output, crucial for fluid balance assessment.
    • ICU stands for intensive care unit, a specialized wing in hospitals for critically ill patients.
    • ID can mean infectious disease, initial dose, or intradermal, depending on the context.
    • IV represents intravenous, a method of delivering fluids or medications directly into the bloodstream.
    • KUB is an acronym for kidney, ureter, bladder, often used in imaging studies.
    • LBP indicates low blood pressure, which can have various health implications.
    • MD can refer to multiple terms: muscular dystrophy, manic depression, mental deficiency, or Medical Doctor.
    • ml is short for milliliter, a metric unit of volume commonly used in medicine.
    • MMR stands for measles, mumps, and rubella, a combined vaccine for these diseases.
    • MS can indicate multiple sclerosis or mitral stenosis, both significant medical conditions.
    • N & V represents nausea and vomiting, which are common symptoms in various illnesses.
    • NPO means nothing by mouth, often a dietary restriction before surgery or tests.
    • OTC refers to over-the-counter medications, available without a prescription.
    • PE can stand for physical exam, pulmonary embolism, or pleural effusion, depending on the medical context.
    • PRN means as needed, often used for medication administration guidelines.
    • PROM signifies partial range of motion, particularly in rehabilitation settings.
    • QD indicates every day or once a day, a common prescription term.
    • QID denotes four times per day, used frequently in medication dosing schedules.
    • Q stands for every, often used in instructions for medication or treatment regimens.
    • RBC is an acronym for red blood cell, essential for carrying oxygen in the blood.
    • ROS refers to review of systems, a systematic approach to gather patient health information.
    • RR denotes respiration rate or recovery room, critical in monitoring patient health.
    • Rx is commonly known as prescription, relating to ordered medications or treatments.
    • S.O.S. indicates if necessary or urgently required, may be used in medication instructions.
    • sig. translates to "Let It Be Written" and is used in medication labeling and instructions.
    • SOB stands for shortness of breath, a significant symptom in respiratory assessments.
    • stat indicates immediate action or urgency, often used in medical emergencies.
    • STI refers to sexually transmitted infections while also indicating skin test dose in other contexts.
    • SX is shorthand for symptom, sign, or surgery, relevant in diagnostics and treatment planning.
    • TBC refers to tuberculosis or total blood (cell) count, important in infectious disease contexts.
    • TENS indicates transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation, a pain management technique.
    • TIA stands for transient ischemic attack, a temporary period of symptoms similar to a stroke.
    • TKO means to keep open, often related to IV lines or medical protocols.
    • TPR stands for temperature, pulse, and respiration, vital signs in health assessments.
    • UE refers to upper extremity, often used in physical therapy and anatomical discussions.
    • ung is an abbreviation for ointment, a common topical medication form.
    • URI signifies upper respiratory infection, prevalent in cold and flu season.
    • US stands for ultrasound, an imaging technique, or unit secretary in medical settings.
    • UTD means up to date, often used concerning patient records or medical protocols.
    • UTI stands for urinary tract infection, a common and treatable condition.
    • VO represents verbal order, typically used in medical settings for prescribing medication.
    • WBC indicates white blood cells or white blood count, key components of the immune system.
    • X & D means examination and diagnosis, integral in patient evaluation processes.
    • YO stands for years old, commonly used in documenting patient ages.

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    This quiz covers essential medical terminology related to herpes simplex types, hepatitis viruses, and hearing impairments. Each term is followed by its definition to enhance your understanding of medical vocabulary. Use these flashcards to prepare for exams or to reinforce your knowledge in the health sciences.

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