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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

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

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drain

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

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bandage

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

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Band-Aid

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

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cast

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

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compress

a soft pad applied with pressure for different healing purposes

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crutch

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

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dressing

a piece of fabric that covers a wound or sore

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fingerstall

a protective cover for a finger

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first-aid kit

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

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ice pack

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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pack

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

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patch

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

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plaster cast

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

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poultice

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

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sling

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

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swab

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

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tourniquet

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

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truss

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

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walker

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

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inhaler

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

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hot water bottle

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

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bedpan

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

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cannula

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

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face covering

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

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surgical mask

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

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gown

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

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hand sanitizer

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

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hypodermic

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

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incubator

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

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mask

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

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phlebotomy wedge

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

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kick bucket

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

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stadiometer

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

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support

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

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gypsum

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

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

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cotton ball

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

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scrubs

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

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life-support system

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

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eye dropper

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

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vial

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

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