Medical Cases

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to medical cases examined in the lecture.

Aneurysm

A localized sac or dilation formed at a weak point in the wall of the aorta.

Pulselessness

Can occur if the aneurysm cuts off another vessel such as an artery.

Aortic dissection

A serious condition where the inner layer of the aorta tears.

Marfan syndrome

A genetic disorder that affects connective tissue, linked to aneurysms.

Congenital heart disease

A range of birth defects that affect the heart's normal structure.

Atherosclerosis

A condition in which fatty deposits build up on artery walls.

Hypotensive

A medical term that describes abnormally low blood pressure.

Fluid Resuscitation

The process of increasing blood volume to restore adequate circulation.

12-lead ECG

A test that records the electrical activity of the heart from multiple angles.

Normal Saline

A sterile solution of sodium chloride in water used for intravenous infusion.

Mechanism of Injury (MOI)

The specific way damage to the body occurs.

Differential Diagnoses

A method to identify a disease by systematically ruling out other conditions.

Chief complaint

The primary symptom that a patient reports as the reason for seeking medical attention.

Vital signs

Clinical measurements that indicate the state of a patient's essential body functions.

Assessment findings

The results gathered from examining a patient and their medical history.

Ischemic heart disease

A condition characterized by reduced blood supply to the heart muscle.

Gastroesophageal reflux

A chronic digestive condition where stomach acid flows back into the esophagus.

Trauma assessment

A systematic approach to identify injuries sustained by a patient.

Referred pain

Pain perceived at a location other than the site of the painful stimulus.

Iatrogenic injuries

Injuries that result from the activity of medical professionals.