vocab test 2 Flashcards
(13 cards)
1
Q
Hernia
A
protrusion of an organ
2
Q
GERD
A
gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux that can cause heartburn).
3
Q
Femur
A
Thigh bone
4
Q
Acromegaly
A
excessive growth hormone produced in adulthood; causes overgrown bones in the face, hand and feet.
5
Q
Diaphoresis
A
excessive sweating
6
Q
Dermatome
A
Instrument used to cut skin.
7
Q
Inguinal
A
pertaining to the grain.
8
Q
Aortostenosis
A
narrowing or stricture of the aorta
9
Q
Bronchitis
A
inflammation of the bronchial tubes.
10
Q
Compound Fracture
A
break in the bone where the bone comes through the skin.
11
Q
Polydipsia
A
condition of excessive thirst.
12
Q
Corticosteroids
A
steroid hormones used to provide relief for inflamed areas of the body.
13
Q
Cortisol
A
stress hormone released by the adrenal cortex.
