Medical Terminology Flashcards

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Constipation

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Difficulty or infrequent bowel movements, often with hard, dry stools.

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Constrict

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To tighten or narrow, such as blood vessels or airways.

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Contact Isolation

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Infection control practice to prevent spread of infectious agents by direct or indirect contact.

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Contamination

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Presence of harmful substances or infectious agents on surfaces or in substances.

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Contracture

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Permanent tightening of muscles, tendons, or skin that restricts movement.

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Converting Measures

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Changing one unit of measurement to another, often used in medication dosing.

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COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)

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A group of lung diseases that cause airflow blockage and breathing problems.

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Coping Mechanisms

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Strategies people use to manage stress, pain, or difficult emotions.

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Coughing Excessively

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Frequent or intense coughing beyond normal, which may indicate illness.

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CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)

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Emergency procedure to restore heartbeat and breathing.