Chapter 1 Flashcards
Angioplasty
Surgical repair of blood vessels
arrhythmia
Abnormal heart beat
AED
Automatic external defibrillator
A lightweight portable device that recognizes abnormal rhythm and determines if the rhythm is considered a “shockable rhythm”
body mechanics
using movements that maintain proper posture and avoid muscle and bone injuries
CPR
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
to provide ventilation (breaths) and chest compression (blood circulation) for a person who shows no signs of breathing or having a heartbeat
cardiovascular
related the heart and blood pressure (veins and arteries)
code blue
typically means that a pt is unresponsive and need assistance immediately
CAD
Coronary artery disease
narrowing of the blood vessels around the heart causing reduced blood flow to the heart
Defibrillator
A machine that produces and sends an electrical shock to the heart, which is intended to correct the electrical pattern of the heart.
ECG
Electrocardiogram
A tracing of the heart’s electrical activity recorded by an electrocardiograph.
electrocardiograph
An instrument used to record the electrical activity of the heart.
electrocardiology
The study of the heart’s electrical activity.
galvanometer
An instrument is used to detect electrocardiograph waves.
Holter Monitor
An instrument that records the electrical activity of the heart during a patient’s normal daily activities; also known as an ambulatory monitor.
isolation precaution
Steps taken to prevent the spread of infection; some examples include separating the infected patient from others and using personal protective equipment.
