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Microscopic anatomy Fine anatomy
Study of structures that can only be seen with magnification like a microscope Examples: Cytology (study of cells) Histology (study of tissues)
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Macroscopic anatomy Gross anatomy
Study of structures visible to the naked eye Example: bones Viewing an xray is considered an examination of gross anatomy
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Etiology The cause of the disease or illness
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pathology The study of diseases
Pathologist-is a physician who examines tissues, checks the accuracy of lab tests and interprets the results in order to facilitate the patient's diagnosis and treatment.
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idiopathic If the cause of a disease cannot be determined
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nosocomial Infectious disease contracted while in a medical facility
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epidemiology Study of the transmission, frequency of occurrence, distribution, and control of a disease Epidemiologist- are public health professionals who investigate patterns and causes of disease and injury in humans. They seek to reduce the risk and occurrence of negative health outcomes through research, community education, and health policy.
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Prognosis Prediction of the outcome of a disease
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Syndrome Specific grouping of signs and symptoms related to a specific disease Signs- objective, measureable indicators of an illness fever Symptoms headache
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Metabolism Refers to all the chemical operations going on within our bodies
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Chronic Long duration or frequent occurrence
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Acute Rapid onset or short course
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Supine
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Prone
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Trendelenburg position
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Fowler’s position
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8/29 Terminology Tuesday- remember do not put these on bellwork!
Antebrachial- forearm Lumbar- lower back Antecubital- depressed area in front of the elbow Nasal- nose Oral- mouth Axillary- armpit Orbital- eye area Brachial- upper arm Patellar- knee Buccal- cheek Pedal- foot Carpal- wrist Plantar- sole of the foot Cervical- neck Pubic- genital region Digital- fingers Sternal- breastbone area Femoral- upper inner thigh Thoracic- chest Gluteal- buttocks
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9/6 Wordy Wednesday! Abrasion- scraping away of the skin surface by friction Cicatrix- a scar Comedo- collection of hardened sebum in hair follicle (a blackhead) Contusion- injury caused by a blow to the body; a bruise Cyanosis- bluish tint caused by lack of oxygen Dermatology- branch of medicine involving integumentary system Diaphoresis- profuse sweating Ecchymosis- skin discolorations caused by blood collecting under the skin; a bruise Erythema- redness or flushing of the skin Keloid- formation of a raised and thickened scar Lesion- a general term for wound, injury, or abnormality Pallor- abnormal paleness of the skin Petechiae- pinpoint purple or red spots from minute hemorrhages under the skin Photosensitivity- condition in which the skin reacts abnormally when exposed to light Urticaria- a skin eruption of pale reddish wheals with itching; hives Verruca- benign growth caused by a virus; commonly called warts
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09/12/17 Terminology Tuesday
Cyst- fluid filled sac under the skin Fissure- crack like lesion or groove Laceration- torn or jagged wound Macule- flat, discolored area flush with skin surface; example freckle or birthmark Nodule- firm, solid mass of cells in the skin larger than ½ cm in diameter Papule- small, solid, circular raised spot on the surface of the skin less than ½ cm in diameter Pustule- raised spot on the skin containing pus Ulcer- open sore or lesion in the skin or mucous membrane Vesicle- a blister Wheal- small, round, swollen area on the skin; typically seen in an allergic reaction Abscess- a collection of pus in the skin Cellulitis- a diffuse, acute infection and inflammation of the connective tissue found in the skin Gangrene- tissue necrosis usually from insufficient blood supply Impetigo- highly infectious bacterial infection of the skin with pustules that rupture and become crusted over Psoriasis- chronic inflammatory condition consisting of papules forming “silvery scale” patches with circular borders
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