Chapter 6 Vocab Flashcards
Acoustic cavitation
The production of bubbles in a liquid medium
Acoustic radiation force impulse imaging
Uses acoustic radiation force to compress the soft tissue and provides a qualitative measurement of stiffness without requiring pressure input from the sonographer
ALARA
As Low As Reasonably Achievable
Used to remind professionals to keep patient exposure to ultrasound at a minimum
Automatic external defibrillator
A portable device that is used to detect and treat abnormal heart rhythms with electrical defibrillation
Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS)
Type of imaging in which an ultrasound contrast agent containing microscopic gas bubbles is used to improve visualization of structures or blood flow
Diabetes mellitus
A group of metabolic diseases that result from a chronic disorder or carbohydrates metabolism
Diabetic ketoacidosis
A complication of diabetes that results from the severe lack of insulin
Elastography
A sonographic technique used to evaluate the stiffness of a mass or tissue
Ergonomics
The scientific study of creating tools and using equipment effectively in order to help the human body adjust to the work environment
Fusion imaging
Technology that provides the ability to view alternate imaging modality (CT or MRI) during real-time sonography
Aka hybrid imaging
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
US law, upholds patient confidentiality and requires the use of electronic medical records
Hepatitis
Inflammation of the liver
Hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic syndrome
Diabetic syndrome characteristics by excessive urination and dehydration
Hypoglycemia
Lower than normal blood sugar level
Intravascular ultrasound
The technique that employs a miniature ultrasound transducer placed on a catheter and inserted into the circulatory system
