PHS Unit 1

Accurate

Exact or precise

Anatomy

Science dealing with the structure of humans, animals, and living organisms

Observation

The act of watching

Symptom

A sign or indication of something

Ethics

A system of moral principles

Epidemics

Diseases affecting many people at the same time

Vaccines

Weakened bacteria or virus given to a person to build immunity against disease

Dissection

The act or process of dividing or taking apart

Physiology

Branch of biology dealing with the functions and activities of living organisms and their parts

Quackery

The practice of pretending to cure

Stethoscope

Instrument used to hear sound (heartbeat, lung sounds, bowel sounds)

Respiration

Inhalation and exhalation of air

Microbiology

Branch of biology dealing with the structure, function, and modes of existence of microscopic organisms

Pasteurization

To heat food for a period of time to destroy certain microorganisms

Antiseptic

A substance that slows or stops the growth of microorganisms

Asepsis

A sterile condition, free from all germs

Phlebotomy

The practice of opening a vein by incision or puncture to remove blood

Anesthesia

Loss of feeling or sensation

Replicate

To reproduce or make an exact copy

Recipient

One who receives

Noninvasive

Not involving penetration of the skin

Telemedicine

Using electronic communications to exchange medical information for the health and education of a patient or provider

Geriatric

Pertaining to old age

Intravenously

Directly into a vein

Psychology

Science of the mind or mental states and processes

Psychiatry

The practice or science of diagnosing and treating mental disorders