Quiz 1 Flashcards
abnormal accumulation of serous (edematous) fluid within the peritoneal cavity
ascites
any substance which is capable, under appropriate conditions, of inducing specific immune response and of reacting with the products of that response
antigen
to draw away from an axis or the median plane
abduct
deficiency of the hair or wool coat; may be caused by failure to grow or by loss after growth
alopecia
a wound caused by rubbing or scraping the skin or mucous membrane
abrasion
a localized collection of pus in a cavity formed by disintegrated tissue
abscess
variation from the normal rhythm, especially of the heartbeat
arrhythmia
pertaining to the ear
aural
preventing sepsis; any substance that inhibits the growth of bacteria, in contrast to a germicide, which kills bacteria outright
antiseptic
absence of sensibility to pain, particularly the relief of pain without loss of consciousness; absence of pain or noxious stimulation
analgesia
How many tonometry readings should you take per eye to obtain an average reading
3
You have noticed your patient’s sclera is yellow in color. This would be considered
Icterus
What is the normal range for Schirmer Tear Test results including units
15 to 25 mm
The term used to describe an abnormal rolling inward of the palpebrae is
entropion
You have noticed your patient’s pupils are two different sizes. What term do you use to notate this finding in the record
anisocoria
