Ch. 06 Medical Terminology
what is intravenous (iv)?
a method of delivering fluids or modifications directly into a coin
what is systolic?
the higher number in a blood pressure reading that indicates the pressure in the arteries when the heart is contracting
what is wound debridement?
the removal of dead or damaged tissue from a wound to promote healing
what is Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA or stroke)?
a disruption in blood flow to the brain that can cause damage to brain tissue
what is Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)?
a virus that attacks the immune system and can lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (ADS)
what is ischemia?
a lack of blood flow to an area of the body, usually caused by a blockage in a blood vessel
what is thrombosis?
the formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel
what is Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDs)?
a severe lung condition that can occur in response to injury or infection
what is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?
a group of lung diseases that make it difficult to breathe
what is influenza (flu)?
a highly contagious viral infection that affects the respiratory system
what is myocardial infarction (MI)?
commonly known as a heart attack, occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle
what is tracheostomy?
a surgical procedure in which an opening is made in the neck and a tube is inserted into the windpipe to help with breathing
what is asthma?
a chronic lung disease that causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways
what is Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)?
a condition in which the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body's needs
what is malaria?
a parasitic disease transmitted by infected mosquitoes
what is palliative care?
specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses that focuses on providing relief from symptoms and improving quality of life
what is urinary incontinence?
loss of bladder control, resulting in the accidental release of urine
what is cancer?
a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells
what is diabetes?
a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels
what is Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?
a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system
what is prophylaxis?
a preventative treatment used to protect against a particular disease or infection
what is ventilation?
the process of breathing, or the mechanical assistance of breathing, in patients who are unable to breathe on their own
what is Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)?
a class of diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels
what is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
a condition in which stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing irritation and discomfort
what is osteoporosis?
a condition characterized by weak, brittle bones