20 The topic of this glossary is about nursing term. terms
As an 18 years old nursing subtend, I think this Glossary can be really useful for healthcare workers. Even if you are a thousand-foot away, this Glossary might be helpful with your pronunciation and understanding the complex medical terminologies.
blood transfusion
noun
A blood transfusion is a safe, common medical procedure that transfers donated blood or blood components (red blood cells, plasma, or platelets) into a person’s veins through an IV line.
Example: I believe that the use of TEG® in my clinical area is justified, and if the introduction of the test was carried out with the co-operation and support of the haematology and BLOOD TRANSFUSION departments many of the potential problems could be avoided.
fr: transfusion sanguine
bone fracture
noun
A bone fracture is the medical term for a broken or cracked bone, occurring when excessive force or trauma—such as falls, accidents, or sports injuries—exceeds the bone's strength.
Example: For example, Jerry Linenger (an astronaut and physician) lost 13 % of his bone mass in a four-month space trip; this is enough to double the risk of BONE FRACTURE
fr: fracture de l'os
catheter
noun
A catheter is a thin, flexible tube inserted into the body to administer medication, or introduce surgical instruments.
Example: The CATHETER was also removed.
fr: cathéter
chest tube
noun
A chest tube (thoracostomy tube) is a flexible plastic tube inserted through the chest wall between the ribs into the pleural space to drain air, blood, or fluid from around the lungs.
Example: The nurse monitored the patient's CHEST TUBE to ensure proper fluid drainage and checked for air leaks.
fr: drain thoracique
clinical judgment
noun
Clinical judgment is the, often rapid, decision-making process where healthcare professionals (especially nurses) analyze, interpret, and evaluate patient data to determine necessary actions.
Example: With surgery such as aortic aneurysm repair, where massive volumes of blood can be lost and infusions given in minutes, by the time a result is obtained it is irrelevant, and consequently transfusion decisions are based on CLINICAL JUDGMENT or ratio (i.e. four units of fresh frozen plasma given to each six units of packed red cells).
fr: jugement clinique
electrocardiogram
noun
An electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is a quick, painless, non-invasive test that records the electrical signals of the heart to check for, diagnose, or monitor heart conditions. By placing electrodes on the skin, it measures the rate, rhythm, and strength of electrical impulses. It detects arrhythmias, heart attacks, and structural issues.
Example: Such a diagnosis can be confirmed from ELECTROCARDIOGRAM tracings and levels of cardiac enzymes such as troponin T.
fr: électrocardiograme (ECG)
glucometer
noun
A device for measuring the concentration of glucose in the blood, typically using a small drop of blood placed on a disposable test strip, where a chemical reaction with glucose alters the electrical conductivity of the strip.
Example: He is using his GLUCOMETER at home to check his blood sugar before eating breakfast.
fr: glucomètre
inhale
verb
breathe in (air, gas, smoke, etc.)
Example: She had to inhale the medication slowly to help relieve her breathing difficulties.
fr: inhaler
intubation
noun
Intubation is a critical medical procedure where a healthcare provider inserts a tube, typically an endotracheal (ET) tube, through the mouth or nose into the windpipe (trachea) to maintain an open airway and deliver oxygen.
Example: Upon arrival at the A+E department, rapid sequence induction was administered in order to allow INTUBATION and ventilation.
fr: intubation
medication
noun
A substance used for medical treatment, especially a medicine or drug.
Example: He was also suffering from auditory hallucinations and had been non-concurrent with MEDICATION - he had disengaged from the CMHT.
fr: médicament
nasal cannula
noun
A nasal cannula is a lightweight, flexible plastic tube with two prongs that fit into the nostrils to deliver supplemental oxygen or increased airflow directly to the nose, helping people with breathing difficulties due to respiratory conditions or low blood oxygen levels
Example: He was receiving oxygen at 2 L min via a NASAL CANNULA and was not obviously cyanosed nor jaundiced.
fr: lunette nasale
nasogastric tube
noun
A nasogastric (NG) tube is a thin, flexible, temporary tube inserted through the nose, down the esophagus, and into the stomach. It is used for short-term, specialized care, such as delivering nutrition, fluids, or medication directly to the stomach, or for removing (decompressing) stomach contents.
Example: On admission and transfer to the stroke unit he remained nil by mouth and was fed via a NASOGASTRIC TUBE.
fr: tube nasogastrique (TNG)
oral thermometer
noun
An instrument for measuring and indicating temperature, typically one consisting of a narrow, hermetically sealed glass tube marked with graduations and having at one end a bulb containing mercury or alcohol that expands and contracts in the tube with heating and cooling.
Example: When she started feeling feverish, she us an ORAL THERMOMETER to check her temperature.
fr: thermomètre
pressure ulcer
noun
A pressure ulcer, also known as a bedsore or pressure injury, is a localized injury to the skin and underlying tissue caused by prolonged, unrelieved pressure, friction, or shear, typically occurring over bony prominences like the hips, heels, or tailbone.
Example: The nurse repositioned the patient regularly to prevent the development of PRESSURE ULCERS.
fr: plaie de pression
resuscitation
noun
The action or process of reviving someone from unconsciousness or apparent death.
Example: Patient requests for non RESUSCITATION should always be documented in the patient's notes.
fr: réanimation
saturometer
noun
A saturometer, commonly known as a pulse oximeter, is a non-invasive, portable, or handheld medical device that measures a person’s blood oxygen saturation level (SpO2) and pulse rate.
Example: He used a SATUROMETER to check his oxygen level with recovering from cold at home
fr: saturomètre
sphygmomanometer
noun
An instrument for measuring blood pressure, typically consisting of an inflatable rubber cuff which is applied to the arm and connected to a column of mercury next to a graduated scale, enabling the determination of systolic and diastolic blood pressure by increasing and gradually releasing the pressure in the cuff.
Example: He used a SPHYGMOMANOMETER to check his blood pressure during his routine health check.
fr: sphygmomanomètre
sterile
noun
Sterile refers to being free from all living microorganisms (germs, bacteria, viruses). It is used in medical contexts to denote environments, instruments, or dressings that have been decontaminated.
Example: Complexity of equipment and plant are needed to maintain STERILE atmosphere between processing and packaging (packaging materials, pipe work, tanks, and pumps), higher skilled operators.
fr: stérile
stethoscope
noun
A medical instrument for listening to the action of someone's heart or breathing, typically having a small disk-shaped resonator that is placed against the chest, and two tubes connected to earpieces.
Example: She used a STETHOSCOPE to assess the patient's lung and heart sounds.
fr: stéthoscope
urinary catheter
noun
A urinary catheter is a flexible tube inserted into the bladder to drain urine when a person cannot urinate independently, has bladder control issues, or is undergoing surgery. Placed via the urethra or a lower abdomen incision, it collects urine in an external bag.
