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- 6. the process of breathing, or the mechanical assistance of breathing, in patients who are unable to breathe on their own
- 8. a condition in which stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing irritation and discomfort
- 9. a surgical procedure in which an opening is made in the neck and tube is inserted into the windpipe to help with breathing
- 11. the removal of dead or damaged tissue from a wound to promote healing
- 12. a flexible tube inserted into the body to remove or deliver fluids
- 13. a condition in which the body lacks enough blood cells to carry oxygen to the body’s tissues
- 16. the likely outcome of a disease or condition based on medical treatment and other factors
- 22. a severe lung condition that can occur in response to injury or infection
- 24. a blockage in a blood vessel, usually caused by a blood clot or other debris
- 26. a loss of bladder control, resulting in the accidental release of urine.
- 27. a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels
- 28. A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to other parts of the body
- 29. the lower number in a blood pressure in the arteries when the heart is resting
- 37. commonly known as a heart attack, occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked, causing damage to the muscle
- 38. a group of lung diseases that make it difficult to breathe
- 39. a class of diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels
- 40. a chronic lung disease that causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways
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- 1. high blood pressure
- 2. a method of delivering fluids or medications directly into a vein
- 3. a condition in which the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs
- 4. specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses that focuses on providing relief from symptoms and improving quality of life
- 5. a medical test that uses electromagnetic radiation to produce images of internal body structures
- 7. a test that measures the electrical activity of the heart
- 10. a medication that prevents blood clots
- 14. a microscopic infectious agent that can replicate only inside a host cell and causes various diseases
- 15. a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells
- 17. the part of the body that contains the stomach, intestines, and other organs.
- 18. a disruption in blood flow to the brain that can cause damage to brain tissue
- 19. an irregular heartbeat
- 20. a preventive treatment used to protect against a particular disease or infection
- 21. a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body
- 23. the higher number in a blood pressure reading that indicates the pressure in the arteries when the heart is contracting
- 25. a physical or mental indication of a disease or condition based on medical treatment and other factors
- 30. loss of sensation or feeling, usually achieved through medication
- 31. the body’s response to injury or infection, characterized by redness, swelling, heat, and pain.
- 32. refers to a condition that lasts a long time or is persistent
- 33. the identification of a disease or condition based on its symptoms and medical tests
- 34. refers to a condition that has a rapid onset and short duration
- 35. a lack of blood flow to an area of the body, usually caused by a blockage in a blood vessel
- 36. formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel