Medical Vocabulary

#241

Radiotherapy

Example sentences

1. The patient received radiotherapy at the hospital.
2. The medical team explained the radiotherapy when possible.
3. The nurse monitored the patient during and after radiotherapy.

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#242

Chemotherapy

Example sentences

1. The patient received chemotherapy at the hospital.
2. The medical team explained the chemotherapy when possible.
3. The nurse monitored the patient during and after chemotherapy.

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#243

Immunotherapy

Example sentences

1. The patient received immunotherapy at the hospital.
2. The medical team explained the immunotherapy when possible.
3. The nurse monitored the patient during and after immunotherapy.

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#244

Physiotherapy

Example sentences

1. The patient received physiotherapy at the hospital.
2. The medical team explained the physiotherapy when possible.
3. The nurse monitored the patient during and after physiotherapy.

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#245

Occupational therapy

Example sentences

1. The patient received occupational therapy at the hospital.
2. The medical team explained the occupational therapy when possible.
3. The nurse monitored the patient during and after occupational therapy.

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#246

Speech therapy

Example sentences

1. The patient received speech therapy at the hospital.
2. The medical team explained the speech therapy when possible.
3. The nurse monitored the patient during and after speech therapy.

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#247

Wound care

Example sentences

1. The patient received wound care at the hospital.
2. The medical team explained the wound care when possible.
3. The nurse monitored the patient during and after wound care.

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#248

Dressing

Example sentences

1. The nurse changed the wound dressing.
2. A clean dressing protects the wound from dirt and infection.
3. The dressing stayed dry during the day.

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#249

Sterilization

Example sentences

1. Sterilization removes all microorganisms from medical equipment.
2. The hospital follows strict sterilization procedures.
3. The instruments were ready after sterilization.

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#250

Disinfection

Example sentences

1. The nurse completed disinfection of the examination table.
2. Disinfection reduces harmful microorganisms on surfaces.
3. Regular disinfection helps prevent infection in the clinic.

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#251

Medication

Example sentences

1. The doctor prescribed medication for the infection.
2. The nurse checked the patient’s medication list.
3. The patient took the medication at the correct time.

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#252

Prescription

Example sentences

1. The doctor wrote a prescription for the medicine.
2. The pharmacist checked the prescription carefully.
3. The patient followed the instructions on the prescription.

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#253

Over-the-counter medicine

Example sentences

1. The pharmacist suggested an over-the-counter medicine for mild pain.
2. An over-the-counter medicine can be bought without a prescription.
3. The patient asked whether the over-the-counter medicine was safe.

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#254

Dose

Example sentences

1. The nurse gave the correct dose of medicine.
2. The doctor lowered the dose because of side effects.
3. The patient should never take an extra dose without advice.

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#255

Dosage

Example sentences

1. The label clearly showed the correct dosage.
2. The doctor changed the dosage for the child’s weight.
3. The pharmacist explained the dosage to the patient.

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#256

Route of administration

Example sentences

1. The doctor selected the best route of administration.
2. The route of administration explains how medicine enters the body.
3. The nurse recorded the route of administration in the chart.

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#257

Oral

Example sentences

1. The patient took the oral medicine with water.
2. Oral treatment is given through the mouth.
3. The doctor changed the injection to an oral tablet.

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#258

Topical

Example sentences

1. The patient applied a topical cream to the rash.
2. Topical medicine is placed directly on the skin.
3. The doctor prescribed a topical treatment for the infection.

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#259

Sublingual

Example sentences

1. The patient placed the sublingual tablet under the tongue.
2. Sublingual medicine can enter the blood quickly.
3. The nurse explained how to take the sublingual dose.

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#260

Intramuscular

Example sentences

1. The nurse gave an intramuscular injection in the upper arm.
2. Intramuscular medicine is injected into a muscle.
3. The patient felt mild pain after the intramuscular injection.

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