Memory challenge | medical terms Flashcards
A tender, fluid-filled pocket that forms in tissue, usually due to infection
abscess
A cut or scrape that typically isn’t serious
abrasion
It signifies a condition that begins abruptly and is sometimes severe, but the duration is short
acute
Not cancerous
benign
A small sample of tissue that’s taken for testing
biopsy
It signifies a recurring, persistent condition like heart disease
chronic
A bruise
contusion
A medical device that uses shocks to restore normal heartbeat
defibrillator
swelling caused by fluid accumulation
edema
an arterial blockage, often caused by blood clot
embolism
the outer layer of the skin
epidermis
broken bone or cartilage
fracture
an organ or tissue that produces and secretes fluids that serve a specific function
gland
high blood pressure
hypertension
a patient who requires hospitalization
inpatient
