Medical Terminology
Hypertension
What is low blood pressure?
This is the name of the large artery that carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body.
What is the aorta?
Commonly known as the flu.
What is Influenza?
This over-the-counter medication is often used to reduce fever.
What is acetaminophen (Tylenol)?
This healthcare worker takes care of patients and administers medications.
What is a nurse?
Maligant
What is cancerous or harmful?
This is the largest and most powerful muscle in the human body, located in the upper thigh.
What is the gluteus maximus?
This is the condition where your skin turns yellow, often due to liver problems.
This type of medication is used to treat bacterial infections.
What is an antibiotic?
This doctor specializes in diseases of the heart.
Epidermis
What is the outer layer of skin?
This organ is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.
What is the heart?
This condition occurs when your blood sugar is too high.
What is diabetes?
Commonly used for severe allergic reactions.
What is EPIPEN?
This medical professional works with patients to improve their mobility and physical function.
Edema
What is swelling caused by fluid accumulation in the tissues?
This part of the body is known as the "windpipe" and carries air to the lungs.
What is the trachea?
This condition is when the body can't fight off infections properly.
What is an autoimmune disease?
This medication helps reduce symptoms of a cold, like congestion.
What is a decongestant?
This medical specialist is trained to treat cancers, often using chemotherapy or radiation.
What is an oncologist?
Embolism
What is a blockage of a blood vessel by a clot or other substance?
This structure, found in the inner ear, is responsible for converting sound vibrations into nerve impulses that the brain can interpret.
What is the cochlea?
This disease is caused by bacteria and can affect the lungs, leading to a persistent cough.
What is tuberculosis?
This medication is commonly used to treat anxiety and insomnia.
What is a sedative?
This healthcare professional is specialized in interpreting medical images like X-rays and MRIs.
What is a radiologist?