PCT Vocab S2 Flashcards
Immunocompromised
Having an impaired immune response, usually as a result of disease, medication therapy, or surgery
Medical asepsis
Reducing the number of pathogens as well as breaking the chain of infection
Surgical asepsis
Complete removal of microorganisms and their spores from the surface of an object, sterile technique
Meningitis
Infection of the membranes that surround and protect the spinal cord and brain
Safety data sheets
Documents containing information regarding the chemicals in the work environment
Expectorate
Expel secretions from the throat or lungs by coughing or spitting
Sharps container
Puncture proof container designed to safely dispose of needles, scalpel, and other sharp disposable medical instruments
Urinary catheter
A tube inserted into the bladder to drain urine from the body
Noninvaise
Not requiring the introduction of instruments into the body
Intubation
Insertion of an endotracheal tube to assist patients breathing
Amputation
The loss or removal of a body part such as a finger, toe, hand, foot, arm, or leg
Aphasia
Brain disorder where a person has trouble speaking or understanding other people. The most common cause is stroke
Apnea
Transient cessation of respiration, most common occurrence is during sleep
Clavicle
Sigmond-shaped long bone that makes up the front part of the shoulder. It sits between the shoulder blade and the sternum. Also known as collar bone.
Pacemaker
A natural or artificial source of electrical current that causes depolzarization of the heart muscle
