Symptoms & Meanings Exam 1 Flashcards
1
Q
diaphoresis
A
sweating
2
Q
edema
A
swelling
3
Q
stuporous
A
confused
4
Q
comatose
A
unconscious
5
Q
erythema
A
red skin
inflamed blood capillaries
6
Q
jaundice
A
yellow skin
bilirubin buildup
liver damage
7
Q
cyanosis
A
blue skin
lack of oxygen
8
Q
pallor
A
pale
anemia
lower healthy red blood, lack oxygen to tissues/organs
9
Q
ecchymosis
A
bruise
blood pool under skin
10
Q
petechiae
A
blood spots
infection
11
Q
tinnitus
A
ringing in ears
12
Q
presbyopia
A
impaired near vision - age
13
Q
presbycusis
A
hearing loss - age
14
Q
dyspnea
A
difficult breathing
15
Q
dysphagia
A
difficulty swallowing
