Module 5 - General Patient Care Part 2 Vocab

Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

Device that provides electrical shock to restore a normal heartbeat.

Biopsy

The surgical removal of tissue for later microscopic examination.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Lifesaving technique that consists of chest compressions combined with artificial

ventilation.

Colposcopy

Examination of the vagina and cervix performed using a colposcope, which is a

specialized type of endoscope

Crash Cart

Portable cart stocked with emergency supplies, also termed an emergency kit.

Dehiscence

Partial or total separation of a wound's edges.

Durable Medical Equipment

Includes medical devices and supplies that can be used repeatedly outside of a

hospital.

Emergency

Unforeseen circumstance that requires immediate attention.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

System that provides urgent pre-hospital treatment and care.

Endoscopy

Procedure that uses an endoscope to view a hollow organ or body cavity, such as

the larynx, bladder, colon, sigmoid colon, stomach, abdomen, and some joints.

Erythema

Superficial reddening of the skin.

Evisceration

Separation of wound edges and protrusion of abdominal organs.

First Aid

The immediate care given to the victim of injury or sudden illness to sustain life and

prevent death.

Hemorrhage

Escape of blood from a ruptured blood vessel.

Incision and Drainage (I & D)

Lancing a fluid or pressure buildup under the skin to allow it to drain and relieve

pressure.

Myocardial Infarction

The flow of blood that brings oxygen to the heart muscle suddenly becomes

blocked, and if not restored quickly, the heart muscle will begin to die and cardiac

arrest can occur.

Seizure

Uncontrolled muscle activity, that can be caused by high body temperature, head

injuries, drugs, and epilepsy.

Sprain

A stretched or torn ligament, which are tissues that connect bones to a joint.

Strain

A stretched or torn muscle or tendon.

Surgical Asepsis

Techniques to eliminate pathogenic and other potentially harmful microbes related

to invasive procedures.