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MA CH13 H1E
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| vital signs | measurements—temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure—that monitor the functioning of the vital organs of the body. |
| sphygmomanometer | a device that measures blood pressure. |
| stethoscope | an instrument used to listen to the heart, lungs, and abdominal sounds. |
| thermometer | an instrument used to measure body temperature. |
| ophthalmoscope | an instrument used to examine the eyes. |
| otoscope | an instrument used to examine the ears. |
| drape | in health care, a sheet used to cover a patient and protect privacy. |
| observation | in health care, gathering information by visual inspection, smell, and auditory inspection. |
| palpation | the act of touching parts of the body to feel structures beneath the skin. |
| auscultation | listening to sounds within the body using a stethoscope. |
| girth | the distance around something, such as the distance around a patient’s waist. |
| percussion | a form of examination that involves tapping on a body part with one or more fingers and listening to the sounds produced. |
| manipulation | a form of examination that involves moving a body part to gather information. |
| patient intake | the procedure used to collect important information about a patient’s health status before the patient meets with a provider. |
| chief complaint | in health care, a brief statement of the reason for a patient’s visit to a medical office. |
| over-the-counter (OTC) | a category of medication that can be purchased and used without a prescription. |
| baseline | an initial value that can be compared to future measurements. |
| critical value | in health care, a measurement that is so high or low that is life-threatening. |
| circadian rhythm | the 24-hour, day-night cycle. |
| febrile | having a fever. |
| afebrile | free of fever. |
| hyperthermia | an extremely high body temperature; 40°C (104°F) or above. |
| hypothermia | an extremely low body temperature; 35°C (95°F) or below. |
| pallor | a word used to describe skin that is lighter than normal for the patient’s natural skin tone. |
| cyanosis | condition in which the skin develops a blue or gray tint. |
| diaphoresis | extreme sweating. |
| skin turgor | the elasticity of the skin. |
| pressure injury | injury or wound that results from skin deterioration and shearing; also called pressure ulcer, pressure sore, bed sore, or decubitus ulcer. |
| pulse | the beat that is felt at different points of the body when the heart contracts and pumps blood through the arteries. |
| heart rate | the speed at which the heart is beating |
| heart rhythm | the overall pattern of the heartbeat. |
| volume | in relation to the heart, the amount of blood pumped with each heartbeat. |
| radial pulse | the pulse located on the inside of the wrist, where the radial artery runs just beneath the skin. |
| tachycardia | rapid heart rate. |
| bradycardia | slow heartbeat. |
| apical pulse | the pulse located on the left side of the chest, just below the nipple. |
| respiration | the process of inhaling air into the lungs (inspiration) and exhaling air out of the lungs (expiration). |
| inspiration | the process of inhaling air into the lungs. |
| expiration | the process of exhaling air out of the lungs. |
| apnea | the absence of breathing. |
| dyspnea | difficulty breathing. |
| eupnea | normal respirations. |
| orthopnea | shortness of breath when lying down that is relieved by sitting up. |
| tachypnea | rapid respirations. |
| bradypnea | slow respirations. |
| Cheyne-Stokes | alternating periods of slow, irregular breathing and rapid, shallow respirations, along with periods of apnea. |
| pulse oximeter | a noninvasive device that uses a light to determine the amount of oxygen in the blood. |
| hypoxia | inadequate (not enough) oxygen supply to the tissues of the body. |
| systolic | first measurement of blood pressure; phase when the heart is at work, contracting and pushing the blood out of the left ventricle. |
| diastolic | the second measurement of blood pressure; phase when the heart relaxes or rests. |
| hypertension (HTN) | high blood pressure, regularly measuring 130/80 mm Hg or higher. |
| hypotension | low blood pressure, measuring 90/60 mm Hg or lower. |
| palpatory blood pressure | a form of blood pressure measurement that uses palpation rather than auscultation to monitor the pulse. |
| orthostatic blood pressure | a series of blood pressure measurements taken with the patient lying down, sitting up, and standing; also called postural blood pressure). |
| hydrocephalus | abnormal accumulation of fluid in the head. |
| body mass index (BMI) | a measurement found by dividing a person’s weight in kilograms by the square of their height in meters; may be used as a screening tool for underweight or obesity. |
| biopsy | the removal of a tissue or cell specimen to examine for signs of damage or disease (e.g., cancer). |
| endoscopy | the use of a scope (viewing instrument) to visualize the gastrointestinal tract. |
| colposcopy | the use of a scope to visualize the cervix of the uterus. |
| sanitation | the process of removing visible blood and other contaminants; the first step in cleaning for medical purposes. |
| anesthetic | a medication used to reduce sensation. |
| sterile field | a sterile area set up for a surgical procedure; everything within the sterile field must be sterilized and sterility must be maintained within this area. |
| Mayo stand | portable stainless steel tray and holder often used to set up a sterile field. |
| scalpel | a very sharp cutting instrument used to make incisions during surgical procedures. |
| hemostat | an instrument used to clamp blood vessels and grasp other instruments or items during a surgical procedure. |
| forceps | an instrument used to handle dressings or to grasp body tissues during a surgical procedure. |
| retractor | an instrument used to pull back the edges of a surgical incision. |
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