Ciencia Médica - Suministros médicos

a flexible tube inserted into one's bladder, to drain and collect urine

catéter

a tube that removes fluids from wounds or body cavities to aid healing

drenaje, tubo de drenaje

a piece of cloth that is put around a wound to prevent infections

vendaje, venda

a small sticky strip used to cover and protect an injuriy, typically a cut

curita, tirita

a shell, made of plaster or fiberglass, that surrounds anatomical structures in order to stabilize and protect them

yeso, escayola

a soft pad applied with pressure for different healing purposes

compresa, compuesto

one of a pair of sticks that people with movement difficulties put under their arms to help them walk or stand

muleta

a piece of fabric that covers a wound or sore

gasa, vendaje

a protective cover for a finger

dedal, protección para el dedo

a set of tools and medical supplies, usually carried in a bag or case, used in case of emergency or injury

botiquín de primeros auxilios, kit de primeros auxilios

a waterproof bag filled with frozen material, such as crushed ice, used to cool parts of the body to reduce swelling, relieve pain, etc.

bolsa de hielo, compresa fría

treatment by wrapping a patient in hot or cold piece of soft material that holds liquid

compresa

a covering worn over one eye to protect or conceal it, often used for medical reasons

un parche, un eyector

a cast made of a rigid material that holds a fractured bone in place and prevent movement

yeso, escayola

a moist mixture applied to the skin for healing, reducing inflammation, or relieving pain

cataplasma, pasta medicinal

a bandage or piece of fabric that is tied around a person's neck to immobilize and rest a broken or injured arm

cabestrillo

a small, soft material used by a doctor, nurse, etc. for applying medication, cleansing a wound, or taking samples from someone’s body

hisopo

a device, such as a bandage, piece of fabric, etc. that arrests bleeding by applying pressure to the wound

torniquete

(medicine) a supportive device for weakened areas, providing compression and stability

faja, trusa (en medicina)

a metal enclosing framework with wheels and handles that helps disabled or frail people maintain their balance while walking

andador

a small device that delivers a measured amount of medicine directly into a person's lungs through the work of a person's breathing

inhalador

a container filled with hot water used for warmth and comfort in various situations, such as pain relief or staying warm in cold weather

botella de agua caliente, bolsa de agua caliente

a shallow vessel used as a toilet by people who are too ill to get out of bed

cuña, chata

a small tube inserted into a vein or body cavity, often for the delivery or removal of fluid

cánula

a piece of material that covers all or parts of one's face, particularly to prevent or reduce the spread of a disease

cubierta facial, mascarilla

a mask with two straps put behind the ears or tied at the back of the head, in order to provide protection against blood or body fluid splashes, infection, and air pollution

mascarilla quirúrgica

a protective robe or garment worn by surgeons in operating rooms and other parts of hospitals to prevent contamination

bata

a liquid or substance applied to the hands for the purpose of removing bacteria and other common pathogens

gel antibacterial

a piston syringe with a long thin needle for injecting substances under the skin

aguja hipodérmica

a piece of equipment used to help babies who are weak or born too early survive by providing a controlled environmental conditions

incubadora

a nose and mouth covering that prevents the spread of particles and contaminants

mascarilla

a medical device used to provide arm support during blood collection procedures for more accurate and efficient venipuncture

cuña de flebotomía, cuña para flebotomía

a stainless steel waste receptacle used in medical settings for the disposal of solid waste during procedures

cubeta de acero inoxidable, cubo de acero inoxidable

a medical measuring device used to accurately measure an individual's height or stature in healthcare settings

estadiómetro

something you wear to hold an injured or weak part of your body in position

soporte, férula

a mineral used in construction for plaster and drywall, in agriculture as a soil conditioner, and in medicine for producing surgical and orthopedic casts

yeso, gipsita

(medicine) a thin cotton fabric used for sterile dressings, bandages, and wound care

gasa, vendaje

a small, round cotton fiber ball used for various cosmetic and personal care purposes

bola de algodón, discos de algodón

a two-piece protective garment that is worn by surgeons in the operation room

uniforme, pijama sanitario

advanced technologies and equipment that help keep people alive in critical health situations or challenging environments

sistemas de soporte vital, sistema de apoyo a la vida

a small tube for precise dispensing of liquid medications into the eyes

gotero, cuentagotas

a small glass container especially one that is used for holding liquids such as medicine or perfume

vial