Medical Terminology
Which term means something is high?
hyper
Blood pressure
What device measures oxygen saturation in the blood?
Pulse oximeter
This type of doctor specializes in treating children
Pediatrician
A life-saving technique used when a person's heart stops
CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation)
Which term describes a slow heart rate?
bradycardia
This device is used to listen to heart and lung sounds.
Stethescope
This machine delivers electrical shocks to restore a normal heart rhythm.
Defibrillator
This doctor treats diseases of the heart and blood vessels
Cardiologist
A procedure used to clear the airway of someone who is choking
Heimlich Maneuver
What does the suffix "itis" mean?
inflammation
This certification allows someone to work as a Patient Care Technician
PCT certification (CPCT)
What piece of equipment is used to help patients breathe when they cannot on their own?
A ventilator
Federal agency that sets safety standards to protect workers in hospitals/clinics
OSHA
This occurs when blood flow to the brain is blocked
A stroke
This term means high blood pressure
hypertension
This test records the electrical activity of the heart.
An EKG (electrocardiogram)
What device is used to measure blood glucose levels?
Glucometer
This organization accredits/evaluates hospitals to ensure patient safety and quality care
Joint Commission
The term for dangerously low body temperature
Hypothermia
This medical term means difficulty breathing
Dyspnea
This precaution requires gloves, gowns, and masks when dealing with infectious patients
Standard precautions
This instrument allows surgeons to see the inside of the body through small incisions
An endoscope
This law protects patient health information
HIPAA
Life-threatening reaction involving swelling, difficulty breathing, and low blood pressure
Anaphylaxis