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103 Cards in this Set
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16 oz. equals how many pounds
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1 pound
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The 3 Basic Units
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Gram, Liter & Meter
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Adverse Reaction
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An unintended and undesirable effect produced by a drug. (Bad Reaction)
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Allergen
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A substance that is capable of causing an allergic reaction.
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Allergy
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An abnormal hypersensitivity of the body to substances that are ordinarily harmless.
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AM or a.m.
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Morning
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Ampule
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A small sealed glass container that holds a single dose of medication.
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Anaphylactic Reaction
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A serious allergic reaction that requires immediate treatment.
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ASA
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Aspirin
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Autoimmune Disease
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A condition in which the body's immune system produces anti-bodies that attach the bodys own cells. The cause is unknown.
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bid
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Twice a day
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Brand Name
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Name under which pharmaceutical manufacturer markets the drug.
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c
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Cup
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Caplet
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Drug contained in oblong tablet, smooth coating for easier swallowing. ex. Advil
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Capsule
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Drug contained in a gelatin capsule that is water soluble. (Prevents patient from tasting drug) ex. Benadryl capsule
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cc (Volume)
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Cubic Centimeter
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Chemical Name
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A precise description of a drugs chemical composition: chemical makeup of the drug. (Used by manufacturers & pharmacists)
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Chemotherapy
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The use of chemicals to treat disease. Chemotherapy is most often used to refer to the treatment of cancer using antineoplastic medications.
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Chewable Tablet
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Powdered drug that is flavored & pressed into a disc. ex. Pepto Bismol chewables
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Controlled Drug
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A drug that has restrictions placed on it by the federal government because of its potential for abuse.
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Conversion
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Changing from one unit of measurement to another.
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Cream
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Drug combined in a non-greasy base, applied externally to skin. ex Hydrocortisone
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Cubic Centimenter (cc)
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The amount of space occupied by 1 milliliter (1ml = 1cc)
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DEA Number
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A registration number assigned to physicians by the Drug Enforcement Administration for prescribing or dispensing controlled drugs.
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Dose
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The quantity of a drug to be administered at one time.
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Drug
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A chemical used for the treatment, prevention or diagnosis of disease.
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Elixir
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Drug dissolved in alcohol and water, sweetened and flavored. ex. Dimetapp
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Emulsion
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Mixture of fats or oils in water.
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Enteral Nutrition
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The delivery of nutrients through a tube inserted into the GI Tract.
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Enteric-Coated Tablet
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Coated to prevent from dissolving until it reaches the intestines. (Must not be crushed or chewed) ex. Ecotrin
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g (Metric)
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Gram
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Gauge
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The diameter of the Lumen of a needle used to administer medication.
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Generic Name
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Assigned by the pharmaceutical manufactuerer who develops the drug before it receives FDA approval.
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gtt(s)
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Drop(s)
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Guidelines for Metric Units & Doses
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1) Read prescription/medication order
2) Record medication administration 3) Avoid medication error |
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Hemophilia
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An inherited bleeding disorder caused by a deficiency of a clotting factor needed for proper coagulation of the blood. (Bleeding to death)
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The 6 Household System Units
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1) Drop (gtt)
2) Teaspoon 3) Tablespoon 4) Ounce 5) Cup 6) Glass |
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IM
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Intramuscular
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Immune Globulin
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A blood product consisting of pooled human plasma containing antibodies.
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Induration
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An area of hardened tissue.
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Infusion
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The administration of fluids, medications or nutrients into a vein.
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Inhalation Administration
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The administration of medication by way of air or other vapor being drawn into the lungs. (Asthmatics)
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Inscription
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The part of a subscription that indicates the name of the drug and the drug dosage.
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Intradermal Injection
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Introduction of medication into the dermal layer of the skin. (Shot on the surface)
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Intramuscular Injection (IM)
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Introduction of medication into the muscular layer of the body. (Muscle)
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Intravenous Therapy (IV)
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The administration of a liquid agent directly into a patients vein, where it is distributed throughout the body via the circulatory system.
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IV
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Intravenous
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kg (Metric)
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Kilogram
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L (Volume)
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Liter
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The 4 Length Units
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1) Inch
2) Foot 3) Yard 4) Mile |
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Liniment
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Drug combined with oil, soap, alcohol or water. (Applied externally to produce heat) ex. Heet
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Lotion
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Aqueus preparation that contains suspended ingredients. (Treatment of external skin condition) ex. Caladryl
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Lozenge
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Drug contained in candy-like base. (Circular & dissolves on the tongue) ex. Chloraseptic
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mcg (Metric)
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Microgram
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Metric
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A standard of measurement. Used most often because it provides a more exact measurement.
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3 Systems used for prescribing, administering & dispensing medication
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Metric, Apothecary & Household
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mg (Metric)
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Milligram
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3 Units most used to administer medication
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Milligram, Gram & Milliliter
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ml (Volume)
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Milliliter
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Official Name
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Name under which drug is listed in official publication. (Generic name frequently used for official name)
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Ointment
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Drug with an oil base. (Applied externally to skin) ex. Cortisporin
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Oral Administration
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Administration of medication by mouth.
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oz.
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Ounce
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Parenteral
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Administration of nutrition & medication by injection, into the body via the veins.
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Pharmacology
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The study of drugs.
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Prescription
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A physicians order authorizing the dispensing of a drug by a pharmacist.
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prn
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As needed.
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qid
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Four times a day.
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SC or SQ
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Subcutaneous
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Signatura
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The part of a prescription that indicates the information to print on the medication label.
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Solution
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Dissolved substance, liquid. ex. Polysporin Ophthalmic Solution
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Spray
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Spray of medicated vapor. (Used for throat & nose conditions)
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STAT
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Immediately (Sooner Than Already There)
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Subcutaneous Injection (SC)
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Introduction of medication beneath the skin, into the subcutaneous or fatty layer of the body.
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Sublingual Administration
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Administration of medication by placing it under the tongue, where it dissolves and is absorbed through the mucous membrane.
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Sublingual Tablet
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Powdered drug that is pressed into a disc. Dissolves under the tongue. (Rapid absorption in bloodstream) ex. Nitroglycerin
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Subscription
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The part of the prescription that gives directions to the pharmacist and usually designates the number of doses to be dispensed.
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Superscription
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The part of a prescription consisting of the symbol Rx (from the Latin word "recipe", meaning "take"). Recipe for Medication
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Suppository
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Drug mixed with a firm base that melts at body temperature. (Cylinder or cone shaped) ex. Preparation H
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Suspension
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Drug that contains solid insoluble drug particles in a liquid. (Shaken before administered) ex. Amoxicillin Oral Suspension
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Suspension Aerosal
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Solid or Liquid drug particles suspended in a gas. (Dispensed in a cloud or mist) ex. Proventil Inhalation
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Sustained-Release Capsules
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Contain granules that dissolve at different rates. ex. Contact 12-Hour SR
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Syrup
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Drug dissolved in sugar, water and flavoring to disquise unpleasant taste. ex. Robitussin
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T
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Tablespoon
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Tablet
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Powdered drug that is pressed into a disc. (Some are indented (scored) / broken in half) ex. Tylenol
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tid
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Three times a day
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Topical Administration
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Application of a drug to a particular spot, usually for a local action. (Surface of the skin)
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Transfusion
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The Administration of whole blood or blood products through the intravenous route.
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Transdermal Patch
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Patch with adhesive backing that contains a drug. (Applied to the skin) ex. Nicotine
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tsp
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Teaspoon
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Vial
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A closed glass container with rubber stopper that holds medication.
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The 6 Volume Units
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1) Minim
2) Fluid dram 3) Fluid ounce 4) Pint 5) Quart 6) Gallon |
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The 4 Weight Units
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1) Grain
2) Dram 3) Ounce 4) Pound |
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Wheal
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A small raised area of the skin. (Hive)
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Man made (Synthetically)
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How most drugs are produced.
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Drug Samples
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Dispensed to our patients.
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FDA
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Responsible for determining the safety and effectiveness of both prescription and OTC drugs.
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PDR
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Physician's Desk Reference (used to look up drug names)
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Animals, Plants & Minerals
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Used for the productionof drugs.
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Liquids and Solids
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The two basic forms of drug preparations.
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Antibiotics
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Used to treat infections.
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Analgesics
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Used to manage moderate to severe pain.
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Analgesics/Antipyretics
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Used to manage mild to mmoderate pain and to reduce fever.
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