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