Is oint a word?
Is oint a word?
No, oint is not in the scrabble dictionary.
What does oint mean in medical terms?
ointment
oint—ointment. OOB—out of bed.
What is the meaning of Creem?
Definition of creem dialectal, England. : to squeeze or hug (as in wrestling) : crush, mash.
What are ointments Wikipedia?
An ointment is a homogeneous, viscous, semi-solid preparation, most commonly a greasy, thick oil (oil 80% – water 20%) with a high viscosity, that is intended for external application to the skin or mucous membranes.
What is a pharmaceutical ointment?
Pharmaceutical preparations for treatment of conditions such as rashes, skin irritation, stings, fungal infections, etc. are normally supplied in the form of a cream or ointment as this provides an effective means of delivering the active ingredient directly to the required area.
What is pharmaceutical cream?
Creams are semisolid dosage forms containing more than 20% water or volatile components and typically less than 50% hydrocarbons, waxes, or polyols as vehicles. They may also contain one or more drug substances dissolved or dispersed in a suitable cream base.
Why do nurses say stat?
Stat, used as a directive to medical personnel during in an emergency situation, is from the Latin word statim, which means “instantly” or “immediately.”
Do doctors say stat?
Yes, they do, although not usually as melodramatically as on TV. ‘Stat’ is a qualifier on any order to make it done immediately, so, for example, you can order a normal CBC and usually get it back in a few hours, or you can order a stat CBC and get it back in 15-30 min.
