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