HEALTH Flashcards
(48 cards)
The process of identifying a disease or condition
Diagnosis
Diagnosis involves evaluating symptoms, medical history, and tests.
The management and care of a patient to combat a disease
Treatment
Treatment can include medication, therapy, or surgery.
Physical or mental feature that indicates a condition
Symptom
Symptoms can vary widely from person to person.
A written order for a specific medication
Prescription
The process of regaining health after illness
Recovery
Recovery varies based on the individual and the illness.
Measures taken to prevent disease
Prevention
Prevention can include vaccinations, lifestyle changes, and screenings.
Regular medical examinations
Check-up
A procedure involving the removal or repair of a body part
Surgery
Surgery can be elective or emergency based on the situation.
Substance that stimulates the immune response against diseases
Vaccine
Vaccines can prevent infectious diseases by building immunity.
Unwanted effects caused by medications
Side effects
Side effects can range from mild to severe.
Invasion of the body by harmful organisms
Infection
Infections can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites.
An abnormal response of the immune system to a substance
Allergy
Allergies can cause symptoms like hives, swelling, or anaphylaxis.
An increase in body temperature often due to infection
Fever
Viral infection characterized by fever, cough, and body aches
Flu (Influenza)
The flu can lead to serious complications, especially in vulnerable populations.
Common viral respiratory illness that is less severe than the flu
Cold
Colds are typically caused by rhinoviruses.
Chronic condition that affects the airways and leads to breathing difficulties
Asthma
Asthma can be triggered by allergens, exercise, and weather changes.
Metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels
Diabetes
Diabetes can be type 1 or type 2, with different management strategies.
The term for a group of conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels
Heart disease
Heart disease can include coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias.
Condition characterized by elevated pressure in the arteries
High blood pressure
High blood pressure is a risk factor for heart disease and stroke.
Mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness
Depression
Depression can affect daily functioning and quality of life.
A healthcare professional who diagnoses and treats patients
Doctor
Doctors can specialize in various fields of medicine.
The role of a healthcare professional who assists doctors and cares for patients
Nurse
Nurses can provide critical care, education, and support.
The individual receiving medical care
Patient
Patients can seek care for various health issues.
A medical professional who performs operations
Surgeon
Surgeons often have specialized training in specific types of surgery.