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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Medical Science

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

Ex: The school nurse used an audiometer for student hearing screenings .
scanner [noun]

a medical device that produces images of structures inside the body

Ex: Scanners help detect tumors and other abnormalities .

a device that spins samples to separate components based on density

Ex: Industrial processes employ centrifuges to separate liquids and solids in various substances .

a piece of equipment that uses a preset voltage to apply an electric shock to the chest wall or heart

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

Ex: The dental office had a mouthwash dispenser for patient use .

a lighted optical instrument that consists of a very small camera and is used to look inside a body cavity or an organ

a device that measures physical work and energy expended during exercise

Ex: The treadmill 's ergometer at the clinic assessed my fitness level for a health check .

a medical device for holding IV fluid bags and administering fluids or medications to patients

otoscope [noun]

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

Ex: The school nurse screened for ear issues with an otoscope during checkups .

a chair with wheels that is designed particularly for the use of disabled persons

Ex: The airport staff helped him board the plane with his wheelchair .

a designated setup or area equipped for professional tasks in healthcare, such as monitoring patients, dispensing medication, or maintaining records

Ex: The workstation includes monitors for vital signs and data entry terminals .

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 school nurse grabbed a tongue depressor for a quick throat check .

a device used to measure a person's body temperature to assess for fever or abnormal temperature

Ex: The meteorologist used a thermometer to measure the air temperature outside the weather station .

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 rely on stroboscopes for vocal cord studies .

a medical device that measures lung air volume during breathing

Ex: A spirometer is a standard tool for assessing lung health in medical examinations .

a device with a small wheel and sharp spikes used for sensory stimulation or as a diagnostic tool in neurology

oximeter [noun]

a device that measures blood oxygen saturation non-invasively

Ex: The oximeter reading showed normal blood oxygen during the checkup .

a device that sterilizes medical equipment using high-pressure steam

Ex: Hospitals rely on autoclaves for the sterilization of medical supplies .
forceps [noun]

an instrument used by physicians or scientists in medical operations for picking up, holding, and pulling things

scalpel [noun]

a small thin-bladed surgical knife particularly used in surgery

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

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

Ex: In physical therapy , joints receive targeted care through the diathermy machine .

a medical device that measures blood pressure by applying and releasing external pressure to the artery, providing systolic and diastolic readings

Ex: Doctors use a sphygmomanometer for routine health check-ups .

a medical device used to measure blood pressure with an inflatable cuff, gauge, and stethoscope or digital display

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

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

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

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

Ex: The eye doctor used an ophthalmoscope to check my retinas .

a device used during surgery to remove smoke and odors from electrocautery or laser devices for a clear and safe surgical field

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

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

probe [noun]

a flexible surgical instrument with a blunt tip for exploring wounds or body cavities

Ex: Surgeons often use a probe to measure tissue depth .
speculum [noun]

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

Ex: The speculum was lubricated before insertion to minimize discomfort and facilitate smooth entry .

an instrument fitted with two poles and a long piece of canvas used to carry the sick, the injured, or the dead

EpiPen [noun]

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

splint [noun]

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

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

monitor [noun]

electronic equipment that continuously tracks the operation of a system and alerts to potential problems

Ex: Industrial monitors ensure machinery runs safely .

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

needle [noun]

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

Ex: The acupuncturist inserted a tiny needle to relieve his back pain .
syringe [noun]

a tube with a long hollow needle at the end that is used to inject or withdraw fluids

scale [noun]

a device used to weigh people or objects

Ex: The doctor 's office had a digital scale to measure patients ' weight accurately during check-ups .
walker [noun]

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

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

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

Ex: Dental procedures often require the use of an operating microscope .
suture [noun]

a surgical seam made to close a wound or incision

Ex: The surgeon removed the sutures after the wound healed .

a surgical instrument used to hold and manipulate needles during suturing procedures

a surgical tool for holding tissues aside during procedures

Ex: A retractor helped the surgeon see the underlying organs clearly .

the tools or methods that repair or enhance physiological functions for health improvement

Ex: Hearing aids are common restoratives for hearing loss .

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

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

Ex: The cardiologist relied on the stethoscope to detect murmurs and irregularities in the patient 's heart rhythm .