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Chapter 9- terms n def
terms | definitions |
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analgesic | drug that relieves pain |
antiinflammatory | drug that reduces swelling, redness, and pain that promotes healing |
antiseptic | substance that slows or stops growth of microorganisms on surfaces such as skin |
antitussive | drug that can decrease coughing reflux of CNS |
ASA | acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) |
bulk forming | fiber used as stimulant to intestines or cause a feeling of fullness to decrease of appetite |
desquamation | normal processing of shedding the top layer of skin, known as exfoliation |
expectorant | chemical that causes the removal of mucous secretions from respiratory system; loosens and thins sputum and bronchial secretions for ease of expectoration |
keratolytic | drug that causes shedding of the outer layer of skin |
OTC | over the counter |
prophylaxis | treatment given before an event to prevent the event from happening |
protectant | substance that acts as a barrier between the skina nd an irritant |
pruritus | itching |
ROA | route of administration |
sunscreen | substance that protects skin from ultraviolet light which causes sunburn; skin protectant factor (SPF) rates effectiveness |