Match the Medical Words with Their Definitions

question 134

Multiple Choice

Match the medical words with their definitions.
-inability of the heart to maintain a steady beat

• A)aneurysm
• B)angina pectoris
• C)arrest
• D)arrhythmia
• E)arterial biopsy
• F)atherectomy
• G)bruit
• H)cardioversion
• I)commissurotomy
• J)diaphoresis
• K)edema
• L)embolization
• M)hyperlipidemia
• N)hypertension
• O)incompetent
• P)infarct
• Q)ischemia
• R)laser ablation
• S)lipid panel
• T)prophylaxis
• U)statins
• V)stent
• W)thrombolysis
• X)thrombus
• Y)varices
• Z)vegetations

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Definitions:

Cost Reductions

Measures or strategies implemented to decrease the expenses incurred by a business, government, or individual.

Barrier

An obstacle or hindrance that prevents progress or access, which can be physical, psychological, or systemic in nature.

Public Officials

Individuals holding positions of authority in government institutions, responsible for making and implementing decisions.

Social Phenomena

Events, behaviors, or structures within society that are observable and can influence or indicate the norms, values, and practices of a community.