NUR 2206 Word List
- anabolism
Answer metabolic pathways that build molecules
- anuria
Answer absence of urine
- catabolism
Answer metabolic breakdown of molecules
- defecation
Answer elimination of feces
- dysuria
Answer painful urination
- emesis
Answer vomiting
- enteral nutrition
Answer alternate form of feeding that involves passing a tube into the gastrointestinal tract
- enuresis
Answer 1 / 2
bed wetting
- flatulence
Answer gas
- hematocrit
Answer percentage of blood volume occupied by red blood cells
- nasogastric tube
Answer tube inserted through the nose into the stomach
- nocturia
Answer excessive urination at night
13. NPO
Answer nothing by mouth
- neurogenic bladder
Answer a urinary problem caused by interference with the normal nerve pathways associated with urination
- oliguria
Answer Decreased urine output
- parenteral nutrition
- / 2
Answer nourishment provided via IV therapy