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Principles of Biomed
2.1.1 & 2.1.2
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Pieces of evidence that indicate an illness that can be observed externally, such as a rash, coughing, or elevated temperature. | physical signs |
| A record of information about a patient’s past and current health. Includes information about the patient’s habits, lifestyle, and even the health of their family. | medical history |
| Discretion and sensitivity in dealing with others. | tact |
| The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person. | empathy |
| Any subjective evidence of disease a patient perceives, such as aches, nausea, or fatigue | symptoms |
| The number of breaths an organism takes per minute | respiratory rate |
| Outward behavior or bearing | demeanor |
| The rhythmic expansion and recoil of arteries resulting from heart contraction | pulse |
| The maintenance of stable internal physiological conditions (like body temperature or the pH of blood), which enables the optimal functioning of an organism. | homeostasis |
| The patient’s description of what they feel is their main health problem. | chief complaint |
| Measurements—specifically pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate, and blood pressure—that indicate the state of a patient’s essential body functions. | vital signs |
| The pressure that blood exerts upon the walls of blood vessels, especially arteries, usually measured with a sphygmomanometer and expressed in millimeters of mercury. | blood pressure |
| The process of determining which disease or condition explains a person’s symptoms and signs. | diagnosis |
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