Tools and Equipment Flashcards
Blood Lancet
A double-aged needle or blade used to obtain blood samples.
Defibrillator
A device that sends an electric current to the heart to correct cardiac arrest or arrhythmia.
Dialyser
A machine that replaces the functions of the kidneys by removing solutes, excess water and toxins from the blood.
Endoscope
An optical instrument containing a tube with a lighted end used for internal examinations.
Forceps
A hinged instrument, like scissors, used to grasp and hold objects.
Hypodermic Needle
A very thin, hollow needle used with a syringe to inject substances into the body or to extract blood.
Nebulizer
A device used to deliver medicine through an aerosol form by means of inhalation.
Ophthalmoscope
An instrument used to examine the eye’s fundus, retina, and other structures.
Otoscope or Auriscope
A device used for examining the external ear cavity.
Pulse Oximeter
A small device that clips to the finger, toe or earlobe to measure blood oxygen saturation.
Reflex Hammer
A specially designed hammer used to test deep tendon or motor reflexes.
Speculum
An instrument used when examining body orifices to help widen the opening.
Spirometer
A device that measure the amount of air breathed in and out by the lungs.
Splint
A tool for immobilizing and protecting displaced or injured body parts such as broken bones or dislocated joints.
