defining medical terms Flashcards

(10 cards)

1
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Aphasia

A

lack of speaking ability

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2
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Cyanosis

A

Condition of having a bluish color

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3
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Dysphagia

A

Difficulty swallowing

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4
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Dyspnea

A

Difficulty or painful breathing

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5
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Electrocardiogram

A

Record of the electricity in the heart

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6
Q

Endocarditis

A

Inflammation of the inner part of the heart

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7
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Gastrostomy

A

A surgically created opening in the stomach

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8
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Mastectomy

A

Removal of a breast

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9
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Nephritis

A

Inflammation of the kidney

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10
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Oliguria

A

A small amount of urine

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