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Medical Science - Medical Supplies

Here you will learn some English words related to medical supplies, such as "catheter", "plaster cast", and "gown".

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catheter
[noun]

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

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drain
[noun]

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

Ex: The surgical team carefully positioned drain to optimize fluid removal during the procedure .
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bandage
[noun]

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

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Band-Aid
[noun]

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

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compress
[noun]

a soft pad applied with pressure for different healing purposes

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crutch
[noun]

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

Ex: He leaned heavily on crutch as he made his way down the hospital corridor , recovering from surgery .
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dressing
[noun]

a piece of fabric that covers a wound or sore

Ex: dressing helped to prevent infection while the injury healed .
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a protective cover for a finger

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

Ex: She kept first-aid kit in her car for emergencies .
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ice pack
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a waterproof bag filled with frozen material, such as crushed ice, used to cool parts of the body to reduce swelling, relieve pain, etc.

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

Ex: patch helped correct the child 's lazy eye .
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poultice
[noun]

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

Ex: poultice made from plantain leaves helped with the healing of a minor burn .
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a device, such as a bandage, piece of fabric, etc. that arrests bleeding by applying pressure to the wound

Ex: The doctor emphasized the importance of applying tourniquet above the wound .
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truss
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(medicine) a supportive device for weakened areas, providing compression and stability

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

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mask
[noun]

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

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

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gauze
[noun]

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

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

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

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