Terminology
Neur(o)
Deliver electric shocks to restore normal heart rhythm.
AED/Defibrillators
Allows you to breathe
Respiratory
Refers to Blood
Hemato
Support or replace a patient's breathing.
Ventilator
designed to transport oxygen, nutrients, and waste throughout the body
Cardiovascular
What is the medical term for a heart attack?
Myocardial infarction
Bone prefix
Oste(o)
Record the heart's electrical activity.
ECG/EKG
breaks down food into nutrients (proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals) that the body absorbs for energy, growth, and repair.
Digestive System
What type of cancer affects the blood and bone marrow?
Leukemia
Means Inflammation
-Itis
Like Appendicitis
Used for real-time imaging, including cardiac and pregnancy monitoring.
Ultrasound
They filter blood, and remove waste products and toxins,
Urinary System
Medical Condition referring to a fast heart rate
Tachycardia
Related to the Brain. Means half. ____Sphere
Hemi/Hemisphere
Provide detailed 3D images of organs and tissues.
MRI machine
Skin, Hair, Nails, and other associated glands
integumentary system
What muscle is responsible for breathing
Diaphram