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Chapter 13
Vocab Reveiw
Term | Definition |
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Nonproprietary | Generic |
blocker - | Another term for an antagonist drug, because antagonists block the action of neurotransmitters. |
homeostasis - | The state of equilibrium of the body. |
analgesia - | A state in which pain isn't felt even though a painful condition exists. |
antipyretic - | Reduces fever. |
antipruitic - | Stops itching. |
antivirals - | Inhibit the replication of viruses (and so are virustatic). |
antifungals - | Used to treat fungal infections. |
bactericidal - | Bacteria killing. |
bacteriostatic - | Bacteria inhibiting. |
protease inhibitor - | An antiviral used for HIV and hepatitis C that blocks the enzyme responsible for viral replication. |
metastasized - | When cancer cells spread beyond their original state. |
neoplasm - | A new and abnormal tissue growth, often referring to cancer cells. |
remission - | A state in which cancer cells are inactive. |
arrhythmia - | An abnormal heart rhythm. |
cardiac cycle - | The contraction and relaxation of the heart that pumps blood through the cardiovascular system. |
diastolic pressure - | The minimum blood pressure when the heart relaxes; the second number in a blood pressure reading. |
electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) - | A graph of the heart's rhythms. |
embolism, embolus - | A clot that has traveled in the bloodstream to a point where it obstructs flow. |
systolic pressure - | The maximum blood pressure when the heart contracts; the first number in a blood pressure reading. |
thrombus- | A blood clot. |
dermatological - | A product used to treat a skin condition. |
integumentary system - | The body covering, i.e., skin, hair, and nails. |
electrolytes - | Substances that in solution form ions that conduct an electrical current. |
extracellular fluid - | The fluid outside the body's individual cells found in plasma and tissue fluid. |
interstitial fluid - | Tissue fluid. |
intracellular fluid - | Cell fluid. |
anemia - | A decrease in hemoglobin, or red blood cells. |
hemostatic drugs - | Drugs that prevent excessive bleeding. |
endocrine system - | A system of glands that secrete hormones into the bloodstream. |
hormones - | Chemicals produced by the body that regulate body functions and processes. |
hyperthyroidism - | A condition in which thyroid level secretions are above normal, often referred to as an overactive thyroid. |
hypothyroidism - | A condition in which thyroid level secretions are below normal, often referred to as an underactive thyroid. |
corticosteroid - | Hormonal steroid substances produced by the cortex of the adrenal gland. |
glucagon - | A hormone that helps convert amino acids to glucose. |
insulin - | A hormone that controls the body's use of glucose. |
androgens - | Male sex characteristic hormones. |
estrogens - | Female sex characteristic hormones that are involved in calcium and phosphorous conservation. |
progesterone - | Female sex characteristic hormone involved in ovulation prevention. |
testosterone - | The primary androgen. |
gout - | A painful inflammatory condition in which excess uric acid accumulates in the joints. |
rheumatoid arthritis - | A disease in which the body's immune system attacks joint tissue. |
conjunctivitis - | Inflammation of the conjunctiva (eyelid lining). |
glaucoma - | Abnormally high pressure within the eye leading to optic nerve damage and loss of vision. |
mydriatics - | Drugs that dilate the pupil. |