Across
- 1. A common procedure or action involving a small injury or discomfort.
- 3. A type of medical catheter used for draining urine.
- 6. The process of releasing a patient from care.
- 10. Abbreviation for a serious medical condition involving blood clots in the lungs.
- 14. A hormone that helps regulate blood sugar.
- 15. A biological response caused by exposure to allergens.
- 16. A medical condition that is often caused by an infection in the lungs.
- 17. A quick medical procedure or imaging action.
- 19. The act of observing something or someone.
- 21. A key part of evaluating healthcare conditions, especially in older adults.
- 22. Abbreviation for a common clotting condition.
- 24. A common safety concern in hospitals and healthcare settings.
Down
- 2. The act of maintaining cleanliness and health.
- 4. The biological substance triggered by an allergic reaction.
- 5. Abbreviation for a serious type of infection in hospitals.
- 7. The professional title for someone giving permission for a medical procedure.
- 8. A substance that helps prevent blood clots.
- 9. A tool or technique used to limit a patient's movement for safety.
- 10. A common allergen found in the environment, especially during springtime.
- 11. The process of determining a patient's previous health conditions.
- 12. A warning signal used in medical settings for emergencies or alerts.
- 13. A mineral and electrolyte important for bodily functions.
- 18. A common source of allergic reactions.
- 20. Something that is not functioning properly.
- 23. A protective measure that can be worn to secure identity.
