Save
Busy. Please wait.
Log in with Clever
or
show password
Forgot Password?
Don't have an account?  Sign up 
Sign up using Clever
or
Username is available taken
show password


Make sure to remember your password. If you forget it there is no way for StudyStack to send you a reset link. You would need to create a new account. Your email address is only used to allow you to reset your password. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Already a StudyStack user? Log In

Reset Password
Enter the associated with your account, and we'll email you a link to reset your password.
focusNode
Didn't know it?
click below
 
Knew it?
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
0:00
edit
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.

  Normal Size     Small Size show me how

Chapter 13

Vocab Reveiw

TermDefinition
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.
Created by: Ms.little1
Popular Medical sets

 

 



Voices

Use these flashcards to help memorize information. Look at the large card and try to recall what is on the other side. Then click the card to flip it. If you knew the answer, click the green Know box. Otherwise, click the red Don't know box.

When you've placed seven or more cards in the Don't know box, click "retry" to try those cards again.

If you've accidentally put the card in the wrong box, just click on the card to take it out of the box.

You can also use your keyboard to move the cards as follows:

If you are logged in to your account, this website will remember which cards you know and don't know so that they are in the same box the next time you log in.

When you need a break, try one of the other activities listed below the flashcards like Matching, Snowman, or Hungry Bug. Although it may feel like you're playing a game, your brain is still making more connections with the information to help you out.

To see how well you know the information, try the Quiz or Test activity.

Pass complete!
"Know" box contains:
Time elapsed:
Retries:
restart all cards