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Medical Science - Medical Instruments and Devices

Here you will learn some English words related to medical instruments and devices, such as "needle", "probe", and "splint".

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a device that tests and measures hearing by presenting different tones at varying volumes and frequencies

Ex: During my annual checkup , the audiologist used audiometer to ensure my hearing was still good .
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‌a device used by doctors and physicians that produces an image of structures within the body on a computer screen

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a device that spins samples to separate components based on density

Ex: Pharmaceutical labs centrifuges to purify and separate different drug components .
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a piece of equipment that uses a preset voltage to apply an electric shock to the chest wall or heart

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dispenser
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a device used for controlled and measured release of medications, fluids, or other substances in healthcare settings

Ex: In the emergency room , a dispenser aided the quick administration of necessary fluids .
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endoscope
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a lighted optical instrument that consists of a very small camera and is used to look inside a body cavity or an organ

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ergometer
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a device that measures physical work and energy expended during exercise

Ex: Medical professionals use ergometer for stress testing during health assessments .
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a medical device for holding IV fluid bags and administering fluids or medications to patients

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otoscope
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a medical instrument for examining the ear canal and eardrum during medical checkups

Ex: During a checkup , otoscope revealed a foreign object in the ear .
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a chair with wheels that is designed particularly for the use of disabled persons

Ex: wheelchair got stuck on the uneven pavement .
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a specialized area or station where healthcare professionals perform tasks such as patient monitoring, medication administration, or record-keeping

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a flat and thin medical instrument, usually made of wood or plastic, used to hold down the tongue during a mouth and throat examination

Ex: The pharmacist used tongue depressor to apply medicine to the back of the throat .
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a device used to measure a person's body temperature to assess for fever or abnormal temperature

Ex: The chef used a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature of the caramel sauce as it cooked.
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a device that produces quick flashes of light to make the movements of the vocal cords appear slower for detailed examination and diagnosis

Ex: Medical professionals stroboscopes for vocal cord studies .
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a medical device that measures lung air volume during breathing

Ex: spirometer helped diagnose respiratory issues by analyzing air volume .
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a device with a small wheel and sharp spikes used for sensory stimulation or as a diagnostic tool in neurology

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oximeter
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a device that measures blood oxygen saturation non-invasively

Ex: The oximeter alarm alerts to drops in oxygen saturation.
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autoclave
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a device that sterilizes medical equipment using high-pressure steam

Ex: The beauty salon used autoclave for safe piercing equipment sterilization .
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forceps
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an instrument used by physicians or scientists in medical operations for picking up, holding, and pulling things

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scalpel
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a small thin-bladed surgical knife particularly used in surgery

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a piece of medical equipment that facilitates breathing by sending air in and out of the lungs to assist patients in cases of respiratory failure

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a medical device that generates heat in tissues using high-frequency electrical currents for therapeutic purposes

Ex: diathermy machine proves to be a simple and effective non-invasive therapy .
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a medical device that measures blood pressure by applying and releasing external pressure to the artery, providing systolic and diastolic readings

Ex: Home blood pressure monitoring kits often include sphygmomanometer.
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a medical device used to measure blood pressure with an inflatable cuff, gauge, and stethoscope or digital display

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a device that measures and analyzes body composition for health and fitness assessment

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a portable medical device used for 24-hour heart activity monitoring to assess heart rhythm and detect cardiac abnormalities

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a medical device for precise tissue cutting, coagulation, and cauterization during surgery, using electrical energy

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a backlit panel for viewing x-ray films and radiographic images by healthcare professionals

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a medical tool for examining the interior of the eye, aiding in the diagnosis of eye conditions

Ex: The pediatrician used a ophthalmoscope for my kid 's eyes .
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a device used during surgery to remove smoke and odors from electrocautery or laser devices for a clear and safe surgical field

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a medical instrument used to assess reflexes by striking tendons during neurological examinations

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pacemaker
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an electronic device implanted inside a person's body to help regulate their heart rate

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probe
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a slender medical instrument with a blunt end used particularly for exploration of wounds or body cavities

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speculum
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a medical instrument used during the internal genitalia examination to dilate the opening of a body cavity

Ex: Patients undergoing speculum examination are often advised to relax and breathe deeply to ease any discomfort during the procedure .
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stretcher
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an instrument fitted with two poles and a long piece of canvas used to carry the sick, the injured, or the dead

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EpiPen
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a hypodermic device used in emergencies to treat a severe allergic reaction by giving an injection of epinephrine

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splint
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an immobilizing device, such as a cast or brace, that protects a broken or injured part of the body during therapy or recovery period

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a device that keeps someone alive when they are seriously ill and are unable to breathe on their own

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monitor
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an electronic device that warns of trouble and continuously tracks the operation of a system

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a breathing device worn over the nose and mouth that is hooked up to an oxygen tank

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needle
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a slender, solid, often sharp-pointed instrument used for withdrawing blood samples, injecting medicine, etc.

Ex: They developed a new type needle that reduces pain during injections .
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syringe
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a tube with a long hollow needle at the end that is used to inject or withdraw fluids

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scale
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a device used to weigh people or objects

Ex: The jeweler employed a scale to weigh precious metals and gemstones for crafting jewelry .
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walker
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a metal enclosing framework with wheels and handles that helps disabled or frail people maintain their balance while walking

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specialized cutting instruments used in surgery for precise cutting and dissecting of tissues with serrated edges and different blade shapes

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a magnifying tool used in surgery for precise visualization of the surgical field

Ex: Microsurgery relies on operating microscope for intricate procedures .
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suture
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a stitch or series of stitches made to secure the edges of a wound or surgical opening

Ex: The athlete received several stitches as the sports medicine physician applied suture to the deep cut on the knee .
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a surgical instrument used to hold and manipulate needles during suturing procedures

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retractor
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a surgical tool for holding tissues aside during procedures

Ex: retractor gently held the tissue aside during the stitching .
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the tools or methods that repair or enhance physiological functions for health improvement

Ex: The orthopedic implant acted as a restorative for joint function.
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a small electronic device that is worn in or behind the ear and is specifically designed to amplify inaudible sounds to help a person with hearing loss

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a medical instrument used in auscultation for detecting sounds generated inside the body, such as heartbeat and breathing

Ex: The veterinarian used a stethoscope designed for animals to assess the health of the dog 's heart and lungs .
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