Ch.06 Medical Terminology

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Across
  1. 2. a blockage in a blood vessel, usually caused by a blood clot or other debris
  2. 3. commonly known as a heart attack, occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle
  3. 11. a condition or disease that is long-lasting or recurrent
  4. 12. a chronic lung disease that causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways.
  5. 13. a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body
  6. 19. a condition in which stomach aid flows back into the esophagus, causing irritation and discomfort.
  7. 20. a condition characterized by weak, brittle bones.
  8. 23. an irregular heartbeat
  9. 26. a parasitic disease transmitted by infected mosquitoes.
  10. 27. a localized response to injury or infection that is characterized by redness, swelling, and warmth
  11. 28. a flexible tube inserted into the body to remove or deliver fluids
  12. 30. the process of breathing, or the mechanical assistance of breathing, in patients who are unable to breathe on their own.
  13. 32. debridement the removal of dead or damaged tissue from a wound to promote healing
  14. 34. a lack of blood flow to an area of the body, usually caused by a blockage in a blood vessel
  15. 35. loss of sensation or feeling, usually achieved through medication
  16. 36. incontinence a loss of bladder control, resulting in the accidental release of urine
  17. 37. a virus that attacks the immune system and can lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
  18. 38. a class of disease that affect the heart and blood vessels
Down
  1. 1. a test that measure the electrical activity of the heart
  2. 4. a severe lung condition that can occur in response to injury or infection.
  3. 5. the formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel
  4. 6. high blood pressure
  5. 7. a method of delivering fluids or medications directly into a vein
  6. 8. a highly contagious viral infection that affects the respiratory system.
  7. 9. a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells
  8. 10. high blood pressure
  9. 14. a blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood from the heart to others parts of the body
  10. 15. a condition in which the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs.
  11. 16. a medication that prevents blood clots
  12. 17. a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system.
  13. 18. a group of lung disease that make it difficult to breathe
  14. 21. care specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses that focuses on providing relief from symptoms and improving quality of life
  15. 22. a preventative treatment used to protect against a particular disease or infection
  16. 24. a chronic neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement and coordination
  17. 25. a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels
  18. 29. a disruption in blood flow to the brain that can cause damage to brain tissue
  19. 31. sudden and severe onset if symptoms or illness
  20. 33. a surgical procedure in which an opening is made in the neck and a tube is inserted into the windpipe to help with breathing
  21. 39. the lower number in a blood pressure reading that indicates the pressure in the arteries when the heart is resting
  22. 40. the higher number in a blood pressure reading that indicates the pressure in the artery when the heart is contracting