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Chapter 2
Chapter 2 terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Afebrile | To not have a fever |
| PERRLA | Pupils are equal, round, and reactive to light and accommodation |
| Sequelae | A problem resulting from a disease or injury |
| Prophylaxis | Preventive treatment |
| PICC | Peripherally inserted central catheter |
| Cranial | Toward the top |
| Supine | Lying down on back |
| HEENT | Head, Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat |
| NKDA | No know drug alergies |
| I/O | Intake/Output: the amount of fluids a patient has taken in (by IV or mouth) and produced (usually just urine output) |