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05/02/2013

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Term
Angulated Fracture
Definition
a fracture where the two ends of the broken bone causes the extremity to deviate sharply from its normal anatomical position
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Articulating surface
Definition
the ends of bone that join or connect together loosely via ligaments and a joint capsule to allow joint motion,
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closed fracture
Definition
a fracture in which skin is intact at the site of fracture, also known as a simple fracture
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complete fracture
Definition
a fracture involving the entire width of the bone
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compound fracture
Definition
a fracture in which the bone ends are displaced and peirce through the dermis
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crepitus
Definition
the grating crackling or popping sounds and sensations experienced under the skin and joints. The sound can be created when two rough surfaces in the human body come in contact, such as 2 edges of a broken bone
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displaced fracture
Definition
a fracture in which the two ends of the broken bone are separated from one another and are no longer in correct anatomical alignment
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fracture
Definition
a break in the continuity of the bone and damage to surrounding structures
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incomplete fracture
Definition
a fracture that does not extend the full width of the bone
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immobilize
Definition
to render fixed or incapable of moving
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nondisplaced fracture
Definition
a fracture in which the two ends of the broken bone are seperated from one another but continue to be in correct anatomic alignment
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open fracture
Definition
the presence of a wound on the skin surface leading down to the site of fracture
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radiolucent
Definition
relatively penetrable by xrays or other forms of radiation
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simple fracture
Definition
same as closed fracture
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subluxation
Definition
an incomplete dislocation
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acromioclavicular joint
Definition
joint between acromial end of clavicle and medial margin of the acromion
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anatomical snuff box
Definition
hollow on radial aspect of wrist when thumb is extended
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arteriography
Definition
visualization of an artery or arteries by xray imaging after injection of a radioplaque contrast medium
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avascular necrosis
Definition
death or decay of tissue due to local ischemia in the absence of infection
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coaptation
Definition
joining or fitting together of two surfaces
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complex dislocation
Definition
dislocation with concomitant fractures about a joint
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concomitant
Definition
occurring simultaneously
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flail chest
Definition
condition inwhich 2 or more ribs on the same side have been fractured in at least two places. resulting in paradoxic repiratory movements of the injured segment
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FOOSH
Definition
falling on an outstretched hand
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glenohumeral joint
Definition
ball and socket synovial joint between head of humerus and the glenoid cavity of the scapula
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gutter splint
Definition
splint located on radial or ulnar side of the wrist
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hemothorax
Definition
accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity caused by ruptured blood vessel due to trauma
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interosseous membrane
Definition
broad and thin plane of fibrous tissue separating many bones of the body
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jones fracture
Definition
transverse fracture of the proximal shaft of the 5th metatarsal
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longitudinal compression
Definition
compression of the ends of two long bones
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maceration
Definition
softerning of the skin from moisture
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osteoarthritis
Definition
arthritis characterized by erosion of articular cartilage, mainly affects weight bearing joints
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patella alta
Definition
patella assuming a more proximal position than anticipated
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plafond
Definition
ceiling, especially the ceiling of the ankle joint ie the articular surface of the distal end of the tibia
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pott fracture
Definition
fracture of the lower part of the of the fibula and the malleolus of the tibia, with lateral displacement of the foot.
Term
q angle
Definition
angle formed by the line of traction and the quadraceps tendon on the patella and the line of traction of the patellar tendon on the tibial tubercle, usually larger in women
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maisonneuve fracture
Definition
spiral fracture of the neck of the fibula resulting from violent external rotation of the ankle
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parietal pleura
Definition
outer lining of the pleural cavity
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pneumothorax
Definition
accumulation of gas in the pleural cavity may be due to trauma or spontaneous
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position of function
Definition
correct position for most upper body splinting. hand as if supporting a can
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radial nerve palsy
Definition
paralysis of the radial nerve leading to loss of fxn of muscles innervated by it
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retinaculum
Definition
retaining band or ligament that allows tendons to maintain normal anatomical position
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scapulothoracic joint
Definition
articulation between scapula and dorsal thorax, not a true anatomical joint
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simple dislocation
Definition
dislocation without concomitant fractures about a joint
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sternoclavicular joint
Definition
joint between clavicle and sternum
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translate
Definition
to change the position of figures or bodies in space without rotation
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volkmanns ischemic contracture
Definition
ischemic contracture resulting from irreversible necrosis of muscle tissue after brachial artery injury. usually involves forearm flexors
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avulsions
Definition
injuries in which a tendon or bone has torn away from its attached surface
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babinski reflex
Definition
flexion of the great toe and fanning of the other toes when the bottom of the foot is stroked. indicative of nerve damage
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brainstem
Definition
connection between the brain and the spinal cord
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burner
Definition
a traction or compression injury of the brachial plexus that causes a tingling/burning sensation of the affected shoulder/hand/arm area
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cerebellum
Definition
the lower back portion of the brain, thought to control sensory and motor function
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cerebrum
Definition
the anterior part of the forebrain, divided into 2 hemispheres
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comminuted fracture
Definition
crushed or splintered bone
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decerebate posture
Definition
rigid extension of the limbs as a result of brain injury
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decorticate posture
Definition
abnormal flexion of the extremities due to brain injury
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lamina
Definition
bony projection that extends dorsally and medially to form the pedicle
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lucid
Definition
aware
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meninges
Definition
membranous tissue in the brain consisting of 3 layers called arachnoid, dura, and pia matter
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pedicle
Definition
bony projection from the bodies of the vertebrae
Term
priapism
Definition
painful erection in males, which may result from a groin injury
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sequelae
Definition
conditions resulting from an injury, disease, or trauma
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stinger
Definition
aka burner
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sulcus
Definition
a depression or fissure on surface of brain
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asystole
Definition
cessation of heart contraction or pumping flatline
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convectioin
Definition
the transfer of heat to or from the body to a medium such as water or air
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core body temprature
Definition
the amount of heat deep within the body tissues
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evaporation
Definition
the vaporization of water into the air, depends on humidity of the air ie sweat
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heat index
Definition
a combo of ambient temp and relative humidity, used to measure perceived heat.
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hyperthermia
Definition
core body temp greater than normal and reaching danferous levels around 104
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hyponatremia
Definition
sodium level in blood is too low, below 130mmol/L
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hypothermia
Definition
core body temp below 95
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normothermia
Definition
normal body temp, 98.6
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radiation
Definition
infrared or thermal heat generated by a source such as the sun and absorbed by the body
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sequelae
Definition
negative afteraffects of a condition
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thermoregulation
Definition
maintenance of a constant internal or core body temp
Term
wet-bulb glove temp
Definition
best measure of perceived heat strss in the body. includes ambient temp, humidity, and radiant heat
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aneurysms
Definition
a balooning or widening of a portion of an artery, which can cause it to rupture
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autoimmune
Definition
a failure of the body to recognize itself
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electroncephalogram
Definition
a recording of the ongoing electrical activity in the brain
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embolus
Definition
something that travels through the bloodstream and becomes lodged in a vessel and blocks it
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endolymph
Definition
fluid in the labyrinth of the inner ear
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gestational diabetes
Definition
high blood glucose seen in pregnant woman
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glycosylated hemoglobin
Definition
the average plasma glucose concentration over a long period of time
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hyperglycemia
Definition
high blood sugar/glucose
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hypoglycemia
Definition
low blood sugar/glucose
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insulin
Definition
hormone produced by pancreas to facilitate the uptake of glucose into the cells
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kussmaul breathing
Definition
an abnormal deep breathing pattern seen in individuals with metabolic acidosis
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polydipsia
Definition
increased thirst
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polyphagia
Definition
increased hunger
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postprandial
Definition
after eating a meal
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thrombosis
Definition
formation of a clot within a blood vessel
Term
Type 1 diabetes
Definition
an autoimmune disease that destroys insulin producing beta cells of pancreas
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type 2 diabetes
Definition
most common form of diabetes, body does not produce enough insulin
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vertigo
Definition
a sensation of spinning or swaying while the body is stationary
Term
Activated charcoal
Definition
an odorless, tasteless, nontoxic black powder that when ingested absorbs almost any toxic substance
Term
allergen
Definition
a substance that can cause an allergic reaction
Term
allergic reaction
Definition
a response, ranging from itchiness to a life threatening condition, by the body's immune system to an allergen
Term
anaphylaxis
Definition
a serious allergic reaction to an allergen
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angioedema
Definition
swelling underneath the skin as opposed to on the surface of thee skin
Term
contaminate
Definition
in infect by contact
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dermatitis
Definition
inflammation of the skin
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diploplia
Definition
double vision
Term
dysphagia
Definition
difficulty swallowing
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epinephrine
Definition
hormone neurotransmitter utilized by sympathetic nervous system in fight or flight
Term
erythematous
Definition
charactarized by erythmea(redness of the skin)
Term
hemotoxic
Definition
causing blood poisoning
Term
hyperesthesia
Definition
increased sensitivity to touch
Term
loxoscelism
Definition
condition produced by the bite of a spider usually a gangrenous rxn at the bite site
Term
neurotoxic
Definition
poisonous to a nerve or nerve tissues
Term
neurotoxin
Definition
a substance that causes damage to nerves
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oleoresin
Definition
a mixture of oil and resin from plants
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pallor
Definition
a pale color of the skin, especially of the face
Term
papules
Definition
a solid elevation of the skin with no visible fluid
Term
postprandially
Definition
after a meal
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pruritus
Definition
an itchy sensation due to a dermatologic condition
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ptosis
Definition
drooping of the eyelids
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rhinitis
Definition
irritation of the nose, causing runny nose or inflammation
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uricaria
Definition
commonly called hives, charactarized by red itchy raised bumps on the skin
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vasodilation
Definition
widening of the blood vessels
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