https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si Medical Terminology Padlet Project en-us 2020-04-07 19:14:17 UTC 2024-11-23 07:52:54 UTC hello@padlet.com lindsaykemp1011 https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/497495671 The circulatory system consists of the cardiovascular system (heart and blood vessels) and the lymphatic system (structures involved in the distribution of lymph fluid).]]> 2020-04-07 19:18:25 UTC https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/497495671 lindsaykemp1011 https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/497514412 The purpose of the circulatory system is to maintain homeostasis, or equilibrium of the internal environment of the body. The system accomplishes this by cooperating with other body systems such as the lymphatic system and cardiovascular system. The cardiovascular system supplies body cells, transports waste products, maintains acid base balance in the body, prevents hemorrhage, protects against diseases and helps regulate body temperature. The lymphatic system collects fluid that escapes from the blood capillaries and return it in the circulation. ]]> 2020-04-07 19:31:15 UTC https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/497514412 lindsaykemp1011 https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/497525048 Severe chest pain and constriction about the heart caused by an insufficient supply of blood to the heart itself. This is also referred to as ischemic chest pain.]]> 2020-04-07 19:38:57 UTC https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/497525048 lindsaykemp1011 https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/497532994 Elevated blood pressure
Usually, if the systolic is consistently above 140 or the diastolic is above 100, this indicates the patient is considered to have hypertension. This can be caused from smoking, obesity, lack of physical activity, etc. It can be treated by dieting, lifestyle changes, and exercise. ]]> 2020-04-07 19:44:33 UTC https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/497532994 lindsaykemp1011 https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/497540287 This is an acute or chronic inflammation of the lymphatic vessels and can be caused by various microorganisms. This may cause fever, chills, enlarged lymph nodes, headache, and feeling ill. You can treat this by using warm compressed to treat the inflamed lymph nodes, take anti-inflammatory medication, or pain relieving medication if pain is shown. ]]> 2020-04-07 19:49:59 UTC https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/497540287 lindsaykemp1011 https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/511079284 Lymphangiograms are useful for checking the integrity of the lymphatic system in lymphedema and for investigating the spread of malignant tumors. ]]> 2020-04-16 16:06:50 UTC https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/511079284 lindsaykemp1011 https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/511095165 Cardiopulmonary bypass is the method used to divert blood away from the heart temporarily when surgery of the heart and major vessels is performed. ]]> 2020-04-16 16:13:15 UTC https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/511095165 lindsaykemp1011 https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/511108978 1. Cardi/o means: _______

2.  Med term for low blood pressure: _________

3. A dilation used to increase the diameter of a blood vessel is called: _______.]]> 2020-04-16 16:19:01 UTC https://padlet.com/lindsaykemp1011/wjrpfz7cu8si/wish/511108978