Action Verbs

Cards (19)

  • What is the appropriate action verb for taking a solution internally?
    Take
  • What is the appropriate action verb for applying a solution externally?
    Apply
  • What is the action verb used for taking a solution (internal)?
    Take
  • What is the action verb used for applying a solution (external)?
    Apply
  • What is the action verb used for taking a suspension (internal)?
    Take
  • What is the action verb used for taking a mixture (internal)?
    Take
  • What is the action verb used for taking an elixir?
    Take
  • What is the action verb used for sipping a linctus slowly?
    Sip slowly
  • What is the action verb used for taking a tablet or capsule?
    Take
  • What is the action verb used for sucking on lozenges?
    To suck
  • What is the action verb used for applying a lotion?
    Apply
  • What is the action verb used for rubbing a liniment?
    Rub
  • What is the action verb used for gargling a gargle or mouthwash (external)?
    Gargle
  • What is the action verb used for instilling eye, ear, or nose preparations (internal)?
    Instill
  • What is the action verb used for inserting and pressing an enema (solution into the rectum)?
    Insert and press
  • What is the action verb used for inserting a suppository (into the rectum)?
    Insert
  • What is the action verb used for inserting a pessary (into the vagina)?
    Insert
  • What is the action verb used for applying an ointment, cream, or paste?
    Apply
  • What is the action verb used for dripping a medication (externally)?
    Drip