Nursing Med Terms
Intravenous(IV)
a method of delivering fluids or medications directly into a vein.
Systolic
the higher number in a blood pressure reading that indicates the pressure in the arteries when the heart is contracting.
Wound debridement
the removal of dead or damaged tissue from a wound to promote healing.
Cerebrovascular Accident (VA or Stroke)
a disruption in blood flow to the brain that can cause damage
to brain tissue.
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
a virus that attacks the immune system and can lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
Ischemia
a lack of blood flow to an area of the body, usually caused by a blockage in a blood vessel.
Throbosis
the formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel
Acute respiratory distress syndrome
a severe lung condition that can occur in response to injury or infection.
a group of lung diseases that make it difficult to breathe.
Hypertension
high blood pressure.
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,
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
Asthma
a chronic lung disease that causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways.
Congestive Heart Failure
a condition in which the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body's needs.
Influenza (flu)
a highly contagious viral infection that affects the respiratory system
Palliative care
specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses that focuses on providing relief from symptoms and improving quality of life.
Urinary incontinence
a loss of bladder control, resulting in the accidental release of urine
Cancer
a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.
Diabetes
a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels.
Malaria
a parasitic disease transmitted by infected mosquitoes.
Prophylaxis
a preventative treatment used to protect against a particular diseaso or infection.
Ventilation
the process of breathing, or the mechanical assistance of breathing, in patients who are unable to breathe on their own
Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)
a class of diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
a condition in which stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing irritation and discomfort.
Multiple sclerosis (MS)
a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system