Medical Terms
hematemesis
vomiting blood
Layer of skin that lacks blood vessels or nerves.
epidermis
Most dangerous form of skin cancer.
melanoma
The most effective method to prevent the spread of infection is ______.
proper handwashing
In civilian time, 2015 is ____.
8:15 PM
percutaneous
through the skin
The shaft of a long bone is known as the _____.
diaphysis
Occurs when the lens of the eye becomes cloudy or opaque
cataract
Term that refers to being free from ALL pathogens, including spores and viruses
sterile
Bed position used to increase blood flow to the brain.
Trendelenburg
syndesis
binding together
The only artery that carries deoxygenated blood is the ______.
pulmonary artery
Capillaries in the nose become congested and bleed
epistaxis
What type of bacteria occur in chains?
streptococci
The pulse site located on the top of the foot.
dorsalis pedis/pedal pulse
leptodactyly
Functional unit of the kidney that filters blood, removes waste, and forms urine
nephron
dislocation
Occurs when infection is transmitted by an insect or animal.
Vector transmission
An instrument used to examine the internal canals of the body.
speculum
macropththalmia
condition of having large (big) eyes
Which endocrine gland produces melatonin?
pineal body
Toxic condition. Occurs when kidneys fail and urinary waste products accumulate in the blood.
uremia
In the chain of infection, what is the term for where the pathogen lives? (Hint: 2nd link in the chain)
reservoir
Basic Conflict during the toddler stage of development is ____.
Autonomy vs. Shame & Doubt