Ch. 06 Medical Terminology

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Across
  1. 1. a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.
  2. 3. (CVA or stroke) a disruption in blood flow to the brain that can cause damage to brain tissue.
  3. 4. a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation and ulcers in the lining of the colon.
  4. 6. (ARDS) a severe lung condition that can occur in response to injury or infection
  5. 9. a blockage in a blood vessel, usually caused by a blood clot or other debris.
  6. 11. (UTI) an infection in any part of the urinary system, including the kidneys, bladder, and urethra.
  7. 13. the lower number in a blood pressure reading that indicates the pressure in the arteries when the heart is resting.
  8. 15. Refers to a tumor or growth that is not cancerous and does not invade nearby tissue or spread to other parts of the body
  9. 16. a parasitic disease transmitted by infected mosquitoes.
  10. 18. an irregular heartbeat.
  11. 21. The identification of a disease or condition based on its symptoms and medical tests
  12. 22. the process of breathing, or the mechanical assistance of breathing, in patients who are unable to breathe on their own. Wound debridement: the removal of dead or damaged tissue from a wound to promote healing.
  13. 23. a lack of blood flow to an area of the body, usually caused by a blockage in a blood vessel. Myocardial infarction (MI): commonly known as a heart attack, occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle.
  14. 25. a flexible tube inserted into the body to remove or deliver fluids.
  15. 29. A medical test that uses electromagnetic radiation to produce images of internal body structures
  16. 31. a condition characterized by weak, brittle bones. Parkinson's Disease: a chronic neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement and coordination.
  17. 33. A microscopic infectious agent that can replicate only inside a host cell and causes various diseases
  18. 36. incontinence a loss of bladder control, resulting in the accidental release of urine.
  19. 37. (MS) a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system.
  20. 38. (TB) a bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs.
  21. 39. A condition in which the body lacks enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the body's tissues
  22. 40. The part of the body that contains the stomach, intestines, and other organs
Down
  1. 1. high blood pressure.
  2. 2. Refers to a condition that has a rapid onset and short duration
  3. 5. (COPD) a group of lung diseases that make it difficult to breathe.
  4. 7. a chronic autoimmune disease that causes inflammation and damage to the joints.
  5. 8. A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to other parts of the body
  6. 10. a medication that prevents blood clots.
  7. 12. (HIV) a virus that attacks the immune system and can lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
  8. 14. (CHF) a condition in which the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body's needs.
  9. 17. (ECG or EKG) a test that measures the electrical activity of the heart.
  10. 19. (CVD) a class of diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels.
  11. 20. (GERD) a condition in which stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing irritation and discomfort.
  12. 24. a surgical procedure in which an opening is made in the neck and a tube is inserted into the windpipe to help with breathing.
  13. 26. the formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel.
  14. 27. a preventative treatment used to protect against a particular disease or infection. Systolic: the higher number in a blood pressure reading that indicates the pressure in the arteries when the heart is contracting.
  15. 28. a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels.
  16. 30. a mosquito-borne virus that can cause fever, rash, joint pain, and other symptoms.
  17. 32. A physical or mental indication of a disease or condition, such as pain or fatigue
  18. 34. (Flu) a highly contagious viral infection that affects the respiratory system.
  19. 35. care: specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses that focuses on providing relief from symptoms and improving quality of life.