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Emergency Nursing Orthopedic Acronyms and Terms Flashcards

BCEN CEN Flashcards

Study our Emergency Nursing Orthopedic Acronyms and Terms flashcards for the BCEN CEN exam with 24+ flashcards. View as flashcards, a searchable table, or as a fun matching game.
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ACLAnterior Cruciate Ligament
BKABelow Knee Amputation
CREFClosed Reduction External Fixation
CTComputed Tomography
DVTDeep Vein Thrombosis
EMGElectromyography
FOOSHFall On Outstretched Hand
FWBFull Weight Bearing
FxFracture
MCLMedial Collateral Ligament
MRIMagnetic Resonance Imaging
MVAMotor Vehicle Accident
NSAIDNon-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
NWBNon-Weight Bearing
ORIFOpen Reduction and Internal Fixation
OTOccupational Therapy
PCLPosterior Cruciate Ligament
PTPhysical Therapy
PWBPartial Weight Bearing
RICERest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
ROMRange of Motion
SLESide Lying Exercise
THATotal Hip Arthroplasty
TKATotal Knee Arthroplasty
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About the Flashcards

Flashcards for the BCEN CEN exam help you quickly review essential orthopedic and rehabilitation terminology encountered in clinical scenarios. The deck covers ligamentous anatomy such as ACL and PCL, common fracture classifications, postoperative precautions, and diagnostic tools like MRI, CT, and EMG-key knowledge areas frequently assessed.

Each card pairs widely used acronyms with their full meanings, reinforcing concepts like weight-bearing limitations (NWB, PWB, FWB), surgical interventions (ORIF, TKA, THA), and emergency protocols such as RICE. By mastering these concise definitions, you can interpret patient notes, imaging reports, and rehab plans with confidence on exam day.

Topics covered in this flashcard deck:

  • Orthopedic ligaments & injuries
  • Fracture and fixation terms
  • Imaging & diagnostic tests
  • Weight-bearing statuses
  • Post-op rehab protocols
  • Emergency care acronyms
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