Electric Shock Glossary of Terms
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Abdominal: Relating to the abdomen, the belly, that part of the body that contains all of ... See the entire definition of AbdominalAbdominal pain: Pain in the belly. Abdominal pain can be acute or chronic. It may reflect ... See the entire definition of Abdominal painAmputation: Removal of part or all of a body part that is enclosed by skin. Amputation can... See the entire definition of AmputationAntibiotic: A drug used to treat infections caused by bacteria and other microorganisms. ... See the entire definition of AntibioticAnxiety: A feeling of apprehension and fear, characterized by physical symptoms such as pa... See the entire definition of AnxietyArms: An appendage in anatomy and in clinical trials. See: Arm. Blood count: The calculated number of white or red blood cells (WBCs or RBCs) in a cubic m... See the entire definition of Blood countBody surface area: BSA. The total surface area of the human body. The body surface area is... See the entire definition of Body surface areaBrain: The portion of the central nervous system that is located within the skull. It func... See the entire definition of BrainCardiac: Having to do with the heart. Chest: The area of the body located between the neck and the abdomen. The chest contains t... See the entire definition of ChestChest pain: Pain in the chest that can be a result of many things, including angina, heart... See the entire definition of Chest painComplete blood count: A set values of the cellular (formed elements) of blood. These meas... See the entire definition of Complete blood countContraction: The tightening and shortening of a muscle. CT scan: Computerized tomography scan. Pictures of structures within the body created by a... See the entire definition of CT scan
Depression: An illness that involves the body, mood, and thoughts and that affects the way... See the entire definition of DepressionDiagnosis: 1 The nature of a disease; the identification of an illness. 2 A ... See the entire definition of DiagnosisECG: Electrocardiogram. Electrocardiogram: A recording of the electrical activity of the heart. Abbreviated ECG an... See the entire definition of ElectrocardiogramEmergency department: The department of a hospital responsible for the provision of medica... See the entire definition of Emergency departmentEnzymes: Proteins that act as a catalysts in mediating and speeding a specific chemical re... See the entire definition of EnzymesHeart: The muscle that pumps blood received from veins into arteries throughout the body. ... See the entire definition of HeartIndicate: In medicine, to make a treatment or procedure advisable because of a particular ... See the entire definition of IndicateInfection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, an... See the entire definition of InfectionInjure: To harm, hurt, or wound. The word injure may be in physical or emotional sense. Fr... See the entire definition of InjureInjury: Harm or hurt. To harm, hurt, or wound. The word injure may be in physical or emot... See the entire definition of InjuryLightening: Not to be confused with a discharge of atmospheric electricity, lightening re... See the entire definition of LighteningMouth: 1. The upper opening of the digestive tract, beginning with the lips and con... See the entire definition of MouthMuscle: Muscle is the tissue of the body which primarily functions as a source of power. T... See the entire definition of MuscleMuscular: Having to do with the muscles. Also, endowed with above average muscle developme... See the entire definition of Muscular
Neck: The part of the body joining the head to the shoulders. Also, any narrow or constric... See the entire definition of NeckOintment: An oil-based preparation that is applied to the skin. Whereas an ointment has an... See the entire definition of OintmentOphthalmologist: A physician who practices ophthalmology. Outlet: The exit or opening. The means by which something escapes. Pain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainParalysis: Loss of voluntary movement (motor function). Paralysis that affects only one mu... See the entire definition of ParalysisPregnant: The state of carrying a developing fetus within the body. Prognosis: The forecast of the probable outcome or course of a disease; the patient's chan... See the entire definition of PrognosisResistance: Opposition to something, or the ability to withstand something. For example, s... See the entire definition of ResistanceRespiratory: Having to do with respiration. Scan: As a noun, the data or image obtained from the examination of organs or regions of... See the entire definition of ScanSeizure: Uncontrolled electrical activity in the brain, which may produce a physical conv... See the entire definition of SeizureShock: In medicine, a critical condition that is brought on by a sudden drop in blood flow... See the entire definition of ShockShortness of breath: Difficulty in breathing. Medically referred to as dyspnea. Shortness ... See the entire definition of Shortness of breathSpine: 1) The column of bone known as the vertebral column, which surrounds and protects ... See the entire definition of Spine
Surgery: The branch of medicine that employs operations in the treatment of disease or inj... See the entire definition of SurgeryTetanus: An often fatal infectious disease that is caused by the bacterium Clostridium tet... See the entire definition of TetanusTopical: Pertaining to a particular surface area. For example, a topical agent is applied ... See the entire definition of TopicalTrauma: A physical or emotional injury. Urine: Liquid waste produced by the kidneys. Urine is a clear, transparent fluid that norm... See the entire definition of Urine
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