Wounds (Care) Glossary of TermsThe following are health and medical definitions of terms that appear in the Wounds (Care) article.
Antibacterial: Anything that destroys bacteria or suppresses their growth or their ability... See the entire definition of AntibacterialArms: An appendage in anatomy and in clinical trials. See: Arm. Bacteria: Single-celled microorganisms that can exist either as independent (free-living) ... See the entire definition of BacteriaBaseline: Information or data gathered at the beginning of a period from which variations ... See the entire definition of BaselineBrain: The portion of the central nervous system that is located within the skull. It func... See the entire definition of BrainCapillary: A tiny blood vessel that connects an arteriole (the smallest division of an art... See the entire definition of CapillaryCast: 1) A protective shell of fiberglass, plastic, or plaster, and bandage that is molde... See the entire definition of CastChin: Medically, the mentum. The lower portion of the face below the lower lip including t... See the entire definition of ChinChronic: In medicine, lasting a long time. A chronic condition is one that lasts 3 months ... See the entire definition of ChronicCirculation: In medicine, the movement of fluid through the body in a regular or circuitou... See the entire definition of CirculationCollagen: The principal protein of the skin, tendons, cartilage, bone, and connective tiss... See the entire definition of CollagenCuts: Severed skin. Washing a cut or scrape with soap and water and keeping it clean and d... See the entire definition of CutsDermis: The lower or inner layer of the two main layers of cells that make up the skin.Th... See the entire definition of DermisDiabetes: Refers to diabetes mellitus or, less often, to diabetes insipidus. Diabetes mell... See the entire definition of DiabetesDiagnosis: 1 The nature of a disease; the identification of an illness. 2 A ... See the entire definition of Diagnosis
Dialysis: The process of cleansing the blood by passing it through a special machine. Dial... See the entire definition of DialysisEpidermal: Pertaining to the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin. Epidermis: The upper or outer layer of the two main layers of cells that make up the skin.... See the entire definition of EpidermisFluoroscopy: An x-ray procedure that makes it possible to see internal organs in motion. Fracture: A break in bone or cartilage. Although usually a result of trauma, a fracture ca... See the entire definition of FractureHeart: The muscle that pumps blood received from veins into arteries throughout the body. ... See the entire definition of HeartImmune: Protected against infection, usually by the presence of antibodies. Immunization: Vaccination. Immunizations work by stimulating the immune system, the natur... See the entire definition of ImmunizationImmunoglobulin: A protein produced by plasma cells and lymphocytes and characteristic of t... See the entire definition of ImmunoglobulinInfection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, an... See the entire definition of InfectionInflammation: A localized reaction that produces redness, warmth, swelling, and pain as a ... See the entire definition of InflammationInjury: Harm or hurt. To harm, hurt, or wound. The word injure may be in physical or emot... See the entire definition of InjuryLaceration: A cut. Malnutrition: A term used to refer to any condition in which the body does not receive eno... See the entire definition of MalnutritionMarrow: The bone marrow.
Medical history: 1. In clinical medicine, the patient's past and present which may ... See the entire definition of Medical historyMuscle: Muscle is the tissue of the body which primarily functions as a source of power. T... See the entire definition of MuscleNail: In medicine, there are two types of nails. One is just a plain old metal nail used t... See the entire definition of NailNeedle stick: See: Needlestick injury. Nerve: A bundle of fibers that uses electrical and chemical signals to transmit sensory an... See the entire definition of NerveNutrition: 1) The science or practice of taking in and utilizing foods. 2) A nourishing ... See the entire definition of NutritionOintment: An oil-based preparation that is applied to the skin. Whereas an ointment has an... See the entire definition of OintmentOrgan: A relatively independent part of the body that carries out one or more special func... See the entire definition of OrganPain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainPeripheral: Situated away from the center, as opposed to centrally located. Peripheral vascular disease: A disease of blood vessels outside the heart. Peripheral vasc... See the entire definition of Peripheral vascular diseasePhysiologic: Something that is normal, that is due neither to anything pathologic nor sign... See the entire definition of PhysiologicPigment: A substance that gives color to tissue. Pigments are responsible for the colors o... See the entire definition of PigmentPoor circulation: An inadequacy of blood flow. Inadequate blood flow to a particular area ... See the entire definition of Poor circulationPrognosis: The forecast of the probable outcome or course of a disease; the patient's chan... See the entire definition of Prognosis
Pus: A thick, whitish-yellow fluid that results from the accumulation of white blood cells... See the entire definition of PusRabies: A potentially fatal viral infection that attacks the central nervous system. Rabie... See the entire definition of RabiesRadiation: 1. Rays of energy. Gamma rays and X-rays are two of the types of energy ... See the entire definition of RadiationRupture: A break or tear in any organ (such as the spleen) or soft tissue (such as the ach... See the entire definition of RuptureSensory: Relating to sensation, to the perception of a stimulus, to the voyage made by inc... See the entire definition of SensorySubcutaneous: Under the skin. For example, a subcutaneous injection is an injection in whi... See the entire definition of SubcutaneousSuperficial: In anatomy, on the surface or shallow. As opposed to deep. The skin is superf... See the entire definition of SuperficialSweat: A colorless transparent acidic fluid with a distinctive odor secreted by the small ... See the entire definition of SweatTendon: The soft tissue by which muscle attaches to bone. Tendons are somewhat flexible, b... See the entire definition of TendonTetanus: An often fatal infectious disease that is caused by the bacterium Clostridium tet... See the entire definition of TetanusTrauma: A physical or emotional injury. Ultrasound: High-frequency sound waves. Ultra-sound waves can be bounced off tissues by us... See the entire definition of UltrasoundUltraviolet radiation: Invisible rays that are part of the energy that comes from the su... See the entire definition of Ultraviolet radiationVascular: Relating to blood vessels. For example, the vascular system in the body includes... See the entire definition of Vascular
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