Chpt 4 Anatomy & Physiology & Medical Term Flashcards
(11 cards)
1
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The scientific study of muscular activity and mechanics of the body
A
Kinesiology
2
Q
Disease perceived by the client
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Symptom
3
Q
Disease observable by another person
A
Sign
4
Q
Inhibited blood flow to an area of the body
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Ischemia
5
Q
A protective tissue response characterized by swelling, redness, heat and pain
A
Inflammation?
6
Q
Prefix that means against, or counter to
A
Contra-
7
Q
Suffix with the meaning of painful condition
A
-algia
8
Q
Fever of more than _____ can cause damage to tissue, liver, organs and brain, or even death
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106° F
9
Q
Medical terminology is sourced by these languages
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Greek and Latin
10
Q
On a wellness scale, zero represents no perceivable illness, what is optimal health?
A
Three or above?
11
Q
On the wellness scale, what is disease?
A
A negative number below a zero.
