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Terminology PT 101
Question | Answer |
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Buccal Tablet | A tablet that is dissolved in the lining of the cheek instead of being swallowed whole. |
Enema | Process by which a medicated fluid is injected into the rectum, or an aqueous solutions administered rectally to empty the bowel, to treat infections and diseases of the lower gastrointestinal tract. |
Sublingual Tablet | A tablet that is dissolved under the toungue instead of being swallowed whole. |
Inhalation | The administration of a medication directly into the lungs by the mouth or nose. |
Transdermal | Aministration of a medication through the skin |
Vaginally | Administration of a solid or liquid medication through the vagina |
Intradermal | The Administration of a medication by injection into the skin |
Intramuscular | The administration of a medication within or into a muscle. |
Intranasal | Medications administered through being inhaled through the nose and being absorbed into the bloodstream |
Topical | A substance used externally for relief of swelling, itching, or infections. |
Intravenous | The administration of a medication within or onto the veins. |
Opthalmic | The administration of medication through the eye |