Medical Terminology Flashcard

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What is Hypovolemic Shock?

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An emergency condition due to severe blood or fluid loss.

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What is Anaphylactic Shock?

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A rare but severe allergic reaction.

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What is a Puncture?

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A small hole made by a sharp object.

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What is a Laceration?

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A wound produced by tearing of soft body tissue

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What does Impalement refer to?

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A foreign object penetrating the body and remaining in place

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What is an Antiseptic?

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A substance preventing the growth of disease-causing microorganisms

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What do Arteries do?

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Carry oxygenated blood away from the heart

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What do Veins do?

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Carry deoxygenated blood from the body back to the heart

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What are Capillaries?

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Delicate blood vessels carrying oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.

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What does Embedded mean in medical terms?

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An object lodged within a wound or tissue