Matching Final 1 Cards Flashcards
Acculturation
Process of learning the beliefs and behaviors of a dominant culture and assuming some of the characteristics
Abrasions
Injury caused by rubbing or scraping the skin
Aerobic
requiring oxygen to live and grow
Agnostic
Person who believes that the existence of God cannot be proved or disproved
Alignment
Positioning and supporting the body so that all body parts are in correct anatomical position
Amputation
the cutting off or separation of a body part from the body
Anaerobic
not requiring oxygen to live and grow
able to thrive in the absence of oxygen
Antisepsis
Aseptic control that inhibit, retards growth of, or kill pathogenic organisms
not effective against spores and viruses
Asepsis
Being free from infection
Atheist
Person who does not believe in any deity
Athletic trainer
prevent and treat athletic injuries and provide rehabilitative services to athletes
Audiologist
Individual specializing in diagnosis and treatment of hearing disorders
Avulsion
a wound that occurs when tissue is separated from the body
Bacilli
rod-shaped bacteria
occur singly, in pairs, or in chains
ability to form spores
tuberculosis, tetanus, pertussis, etc
Bandage
material used to hold dressings in place, secure splints, and support and protect body parts
Bed cradle
a device placed on a bed to keep the top bed linens from contacting the legs and feet
Bias
a preference that inhibits impartial judgment
Binder
devices applied to hold dressings in place, provide support, apply pressure, or limit motion
Biomedical equipment technician
- work with machines to diagnose, treat, and monitor patients
- install, test, service, and repair equipment
Body mechanics
the way in which the body moves and maintains balance
proper body mechanics involves the most efficient use of all body parts
Catheter
a rubber, metal, or other type of tube that is passed into a body cavity and used for injecting or removing fluids
Central supply worker
- involved in ordering, maintaining, and supplying all the equipment and supplies used by other departments in a health care facility
- sterilize instruments or supplies
Clean
free from organisms causing diseases
Cocci
- round in shape
- diplococci(pairs)-gonorrhea, meningitis, and pneumonia
- strepococci(chains)-sore throat
- staphylococci(clusters)-boils, urinary tract infections
Colostomy
an artificial opening into the colon
allows for the evacuation of feces
Contaminated
Containing infection or infectious organisms or germs
Contracture
Tightening or shortening of muscle
Convulsion
Also called seizure
Violent or involuntary contraction of muscles
Cultural assimilation
Absorption of a culturally distinct group into a dominant or prevailing culture
Defecate
evacuation of fecal material from the bowel
bowel movement
Dehydration
insufficient amounts of fluid in the tissues
Dental hygienist
- work under the supervision of dentists
- preform preliminary examinations of teeth and mouth, remove stains and deposits from teeth, etc
Dental laboratory technicians
make and repair a variety of prostheses such as dentures, crowns, bridges, and appliances
Dialysis technician
-operate the kidney hemodialysis machines used to treat patients with limited or no kidney function
Diaphoresis
profuse or excessive perspiration; or sweating
Disinfection
aseptic-control method that destroys pathogens but does not usually kill spores and viruses
Dressing
covering placed over a wound or injured part
Dyspnea
Difficult or labored breathing
Edema
Swelling; excess amount f fluid in the tissues
Electrocardiograph technician
operate electrocardiograph machines
Electroencephalographic technologist
operates an instrument called electroencephalograph which records electrical activity in the brain
Emergency medical technician
provide emergency, prehospital care to victims of accidents
Endogenous
Infection or disease originating within the body
Enema
an injection of fluid into the large intestine through the rectom
Ethnicity
Classification of people based on national origin and/or culture
Ethnocentric
belief in the superiority of one’s own ethnic group
Exogenous
infection or disease originating outside of or external to the body
Frostbite
actual freezing of tissue fluid resulting in damage to the skin and underlying tissue
Fungi
group of simple, plantlike animals that live on dead organic matter
Geriatric assistant
provide care for the elderly
Health care administrator
plan, direct, coordinate, and supervise delivery of health care and manage the operation of health care facilities
Health information technician
organize and code patient records, gather statistical or research data, record info on patient records
Heat cramp
muscle pain and spasm resulting from exposure to heat and inadequate fluid and salt intake
Heat exhaustion
condition resulting from exposure to heat and excessive loss of fluid through sweating
Heat stroke
medical emergency caused by prolonged exposure to heat, resulting in high body temperature and failure of sweat glands
Hemorrhage
excessive loss of blood; bleeding
Hyperthermia
condition that occurs when body temperature exceeds 104 rectally
Hypothermia
condition in which body temp is below normal, usually below 95 and often in the range of 78-95
Ileostomy
a surgical opening connecting the ileum (small intestine) and the abdominal wall
Impaction
a large, hard mass of fecal material lodged in the intestine or rectum; a tooth that does not erupt into the mouth
Laceration
wound or injury with jagged, irregular edges
Licensed practical nurse
work under supervision of physicians or RNS
provide patient care
Matriachal
social organization in which the mother or oldest woman is the authority figure
Medical clinical laboratory technologist
work under supervision of medical technologists
perform many of the routine tests that do not require advanced knowledge
Micturate
another word for urinate
Mitered corner
special folding technique used to secure linen on a bed
Montgomery straps
used to make dressing changes without having to remove and reapply tape
Nosocomial
pertaining to or originating in a health care facility
Opportunistic
when body’s immune system cannot defend itself from pathogens normally found in the environment
Orthodontist
align or straighten teeth
Pathogen
disease producing organisms
Patriarchal
social organization in which the father or oldest male is the authority figure
Perfusionist
members of open-heart surgical teams and operate the heart-lung machines used in coronary bypass surgery
Periodontist
deals with the treatment of gum and other tissues around the mouth
Pharmacist
dispense medications per written orders from physicians, dentists, and other authorized professionals
Phlebotomist
collect blood and prepare it for testing
Physician assistants
work under physicians
take medical history, preform routine physical examinations and basic diagnostic tests
Prejudice
strong feeling or belief about a person or subject that is formed without reviewing facts or information
Pressure ulcer
a pressure sore; a bedsore
Protozoa
microscopic, one-celled animals often found in decayed materials and contaminated water
Psychologist
study human behavior and use this knowledge to help individuals deal with problems of everyday living
Puncture
injury caused by a pointed object such as a needle or nail
Race
classification of people based on physical or biological characteristics
Recreational therapist
se recreational and leisure activities as forms of treatment to minimize patients symptoms and improve physical, emotional, and mental well-being
Rectal tube
tube inserted into the rectom to aid in the expulsion of flatus (gas)
Religion
spiritual beliefs and practices of an individual
Rickettsia
parasitic microorganism that live on other living organisms
Sensitivity
ability to recognize and appreciate teh personal characteristic of others
Shock
clinical condition characterized by various symptoms and resulting in an inadequate supply of blood and oxygen to body organs, especially the brain and heart
Speech language therapist
identify, evaluate, and treat patients with speech and language disorders
Spirilla
spiral or corkscrew shape
syphilis and cholera
Spirituality
individualized and personal set of beliefs and practices that evolve and change throughout an individuals life
Sprain
injury to a joint accompanied by stretching or tearing of the ligaments
Stereotyping
process of assuming that everyone in a particular group is the same
Sterilization
process that results in total destruction of all microorganisms
surgical procedure that prevents conception of a child
Stoma
The opening of an ostomy on the abdominal wall
Strain
injury caused by excessive stretching overuse, or misuse of a muscle
Suppository
solid medication that has a base of cocoa butter or glycerine and is designed to melt after insertion into a body cavity
Urinary drainage unit
special device used to collect urine and consisting of tubing and a collection container usually connected to a urinary catheter
Viruses
one of a large group of very small microorganisms many of which cause disease
Definition of diaphoresis
profuse or excessive perspiration or sweating
Definition of edema
swelling
excess amount of fluid in the tissues
Definition of dyspnea
difficult or labored breathing
Definition of cyanosis
bluish color of the skin, nail beds, and or lips due to an insufficient amount of oxygen
Definition of bradycardia
slow heart rate, usually below 60 beats per minute
Definition of hyperthermia
condition in which body temp is above 104
Definition of hypothermia
condition of which body temp is below normal below 95
Definition of veins
blood vessel that carries blood back to the heart
Definition of vertigo
sensation of dizziness
Delirium
acute, reversible mental confusion caused by illness, medical problems, or medications
Diaphysis
the shaft or middle section of a long bone
Flexion
decreasing eh angle between two parts; bending a limb
Foramina
a passage or opening; a hole in a bone through which blood vessels or nerves pass
Dendrite
carries impulses toward the cell body
Epiphysis
the end or head at the extremity of a long bone
Function of bile
liver secretion that is concentrated and stored in the gallbladder; aids in the emulsification of fats during digestion
efferent nerves
carries impulses to the body from the brain
Hemoglobin
the iron-containing protein of the red bloods cells; serves to carry oxygen from the lungs to the tissues
Iris
colored portion of the eye; composed of muscular or contractile tissue that regulates the size of the pupil
Ligaments
fibrous tissue that connects bone to bone
Nueron
nerve cell
Meninges
membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord
Paraplegia
paralyzed from waist down
Sclera
white outer coat of the eye
Prejudice
strong feeling or belief about a person or subject that is formed without reviewing facts or information
Portal of exits
wound openings, nose, salvia,
Projection
defense mechanism in which an individual places the blame for his or her actions on someone else or circumstances
Pleura
a serous membrane that covers the lungs and lines the thoracic cavity
Tendon
fibrous connective tissue that connects muscles to bones
systolic pressure
measurement of blood pressure taken when the heart is contracting and forcing blood into the arteries
Quadriplegia
all limbs are paralyzed
Transverse Plane
divides body from bottom and top half
Tympanic membrane
the eardrum
Varicose veins
swollen veins
Anterior
the front of
Withdrawal
defensive mechanism in which an individual either ceases to communicate or physically removes self from a situation
Rationalization
defense mechanism involving the use of a reasonable or acceptable excuse as explanation for behavior
Quadriceps femoris
front of thigh, extends leg, injection site
Suppression
Defense mechanism used by an individual who is aware of unacceptable feelings or thoughts but refuses to deal with it
Slander
Spoken comment that causes a person ridicule or contempt to damages the person’s reputation
Phlebitis
inflammation of the veins
Patriarchal
social organization in which the father or oldest male is the authority figure
Libel
False written statement that causes a person ridicule or contempt or causes damage to the persons reputation
Joints
where two or more bones meet or join
Nasal cavity
space between the cranium and the roof of the mouth
Negligence
failure to give care that is normally expected, resulting in injury to another person
Homeostasis
a constant state of natural balance within the body
Leukocyte
white blood cell
Nucleolus
the spherical body in the cell that controls cell that is important in reproduction of the cell
Hemiplegia
paralysis of half of body
