Words Related to 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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Band-Aid
[noun]
a small sticky strip used to cover and protect an injuriy, typically a cut
cast
[noun]
a shell, made of plaster or fiberglass, that surrounds anatomical structures in order to stabilize and protect them
crutch
[noun]
one of a pair of sticks that people with movement difficulties put under their arms to help them walk or stand
first-aid kit
[noun]
a set of tools and medical supplies, usually carried in a bag or case, used in case of emergency or injury
ice pack
[noun]
a waterproof bag filled with frozen material, such as crushed ice, used to cool parts of the body to reduce swelling, relieve pain, etc.
pack
[noun]
treatment by wrapping a patient in hot or cold piece of soft material that holds liquid
patch
[noun]
a covering worn over one eye to protect or conceal it, often used for medical reasons
plaster cast
[noun]
a cast made of a rigid material that holds a fractured bone in place and prevent movement
poultice
[noun]
a moist mixture applied to the skin for healing, reducing inflammation, or relieving pain
sling
[noun]
a bandage or piece of fabric that is tied around a person's neck to immobilize and rest a broken or injured arm
swab
[noun]
a small, soft material used by a doctor, nurse, etc. for applying medication, cleansing a wound, or taking samples from someone’s body
tourniquet
[noun]
a device, such as a bandage, piece of fabric, etc. that arrests bleeding by applying pressure to the wound
truss
[noun]
(medicine) a supportive device for weakened areas, providing compression and stability
walker
[noun]
a metal enclosing framework with wheels and handles that helps disabled or frail people maintain their balance while walking
inhaler
[noun]
a small device that delivers a measured amount of medicine directly into a person's lungs through the work of a person's breathing
hot water bottle
[noun]
a container filled with hot water used for warmth and comfort in various situations, such as pain relief or staying warm in cold weather
bedpan
[noun]
a shallow vessel used as a toilet by people who are too ill to get out of bed
cannula
[noun]
a small tube inserted into a vein or body cavity, often for the delivery or removal of fluid
face covering
[noun]
a piece of material that covers all or parts of one's face, particularly to prevent or reduce the spread of a disease
surgical mask
[noun]
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
gown
[noun]
a protective robe or garment worn by surgeons in operating rooms and other parts of hospitals to prevent contamination
hand sanitizer
[noun]
a liquid or substance applied to the hands for the purpose of removing bacteria and other common pathogens
hypodermic
[noun]
a piston syringe with a long thin needle for injecting substances under the skin
incubator
[noun]
a piece of equipment used to help babies who are weak or born too early survive by providing a controlled environmental conditions
mask
[noun]
a nose and mouth covering that prevents the spread of particles and contaminants
phlebotomy wedge
[noun]
a medical device used to provide arm support during blood collection procedures for more accurate and efficient venipuncture
kick bucket
[noun]
a stainless steel waste receptacle used in medical settings for the disposal of solid waste during procedures
stadiometer
[noun]
a medical measuring device used to accurately measure an individual's height or stature in healthcare settings
support
[noun]
something you wear to hold an injured or weak part of your body in position
gypsum
[noun]
a mineral used in construction for plaster and drywall, in agriculture as a soil conditioner, and in medicine for producing surgical and orthopedic casts
gauze
[noun]
(medicine) a thin cotton fabric used for sterile dressings, bandages, and wound care
cotton ball
[noun]
a small, round cotton fiber ball used for various cosmetic and personal care purposes
scrubs
[noun]
a two-piece protective garment that is worn by surgeons in the operation room
life-support system
[noun]
advanced technologies and equipment that help keep people alive in critical health situations or challenging environments
eye dropper
[noun]
a small tube for precise dispensing of liquid medications into the eyes
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