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Medical Terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Arrythmia | Abnormally and irregularity in the force or rhythm of the heartbeat. |
| Carotid | The two major arteries on each side of the neck that carry blood to the head and neck |
| Diastolic | The last sound heard when taking blood pressure, the normal rhythmic relaxation and dilation of the heart chambers |
| Metabolism | The process by which your body converts what you eat and drink into energy |
| Pulse | The rhythmic beating of the arteries produced by regular contractions of the heart |
| Radial | Related to the radius (forearm bone) by regular contractions |
| Respiration | The act of inhaling and exhaling |
| Sphygmomanometer | An instrument used when measuring blood pressure |