Healthcare and Success Strategies Quiz

Medical Terminology Study Notes

• Medical terminology is a specialized language used in medicine.
• Medical terminology is important for effective communication between healthcare professionals.
• Proper medical terminology ensures accurate diagnosis and treatment.

Circulatory System

• The circulatory system carries oxygen to all parts of the body.
• Blood begins its journey in the heart.
• The heart pumps blood to the rest of the body.
• Valves control blood flow through the heart.
• Blood picks up oxygen in the lungs.
• Oxygenated blood leaves the heart via the aorta.
• The aorta is the largest artery in the body.
• Blood flows through the arteries to capillaries.
• Capillaries transfer oxygen to body tissues.
• Deoxygenated blood returns to the heart via veins.
• The vena cava is one of the largest veins in the body.

Digestive System

• The digestive system processes food, nutrients, and waste.
• The system consists of many organs including, the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestines, and large intestines.
• The small and large intestines absorb nutrients and store waste, until eliminated through defecation.
• The system includes the appendix and colon.
• Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix, a potentially serious medical condition.
• Ulcers are sores or abscesses in the stomach, often due to the stomach lining getting too thin to resist its acidic environment.
• Colonoscopy is a procedure that examines the colon.

First Aid

• In a medical emergency, always call for assistance first.
• Assess the victim's condition and provide space to prevent shock.
• Elevate the legs and cover the victim to prevent shock.
• Treat open wounds by applying pressure to stop bleeding.
• Minor cuts, burns, and lacerations should be cleaned and bandaged.
• Cool minor burns with running water.
• If breathing or pulse stops, perform CPR or rescue breathing.
• Clear the victim's airway before performing rescue breaths.