Match Each Definition with Its Medical Term

question 46

Multiple Choice

Match each definition with its medical term.
-Reddening of the skin caused by dilation of superficial blood vessels in the skin.

• A)Ambulation
• B)Brace
• C)Compress
• D)Edema
• E)Erythema
• F)Exudate
• G)Maceration
• H)Orthopedist
• I)Soak
• J)Splint
• K)Sprain
• L)Strain
• M)Suppuration
• Definition

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Definitions:

McCarthy Era

A period in United States history during the early 1950s characterized by Senator Joseph McCarthy's campaign against alleged communists in the government, which led to widespread fear and suspicion.

September 11

Refers to the terrorist attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001, in which hijackers flew airplanes into the World Trade Center in New York City and the Pentagon near Washington, D.C., causing widespread death and destruction.

Constitution

The Constitution is the supreme law of the United States, establishing the framework of the national government, its powers, and the rights of its citizens.

World War I

A global conflict that occurred from 1914 to 1918, primarily involving major European powers, and is known for trench warfare and the use of new military technologies.