Medical Vocabulary

#681

Advance directive

Example sentences

1. The patient wrote an advance directive about future medical care.
2. An advance directive records a person’s wishes if they cannot communicate.
3. The family gave the advance directive to the hospital.

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#682

Do-not-resuscitate order

Example sentences

1. The doctor discussed the do-not-resuscitate order with the patient.
2. A do-not-resuscitate order tells staff not to perform CPR if the heart stops.
3. The medical record clearly showed the do-not-resuscitate order.

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#683

Palliative care

Example sentences

1. The patient received palliative care for pain and breathlessness.
2. Palliative care supports comfort and quality of life.
3. The palliative care team also supported the family.

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#684

Hospice care

Example sentences

1. The patient chose hospice care at home.
2. Hospice care focuses on comfort near the end of life.
3. The hospice care team visited the family regularly.

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#685

Terminal illness

Example sentences

1. The doctor spoke honestly about the terminal illness.
2. A terminal illness is expected to lead to death despite treatment.
3. The family focused on comfort during the terminal illness.

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#686

Life support

Example sentences

1. The patient needed life support in the intensive care unit.
2. Life support can maintain breathing or other vital body functions.
3. The family discussed life support with the medical team.

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#687

Organ donation

Example sentences

1. The family agreed to organ donation.
2. Organ donation can save or improve other people’s lives.
3. The coordinator explained the organ donation process.

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#688

General practitioner

Example sentences

1. The general practitioner examined the patient.
2. A general practitioner treats many common health problems.
3. The general practitioner referred the patient to a specialist.

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#689

Primary care

Example sentences

1. The patient received treatment at a primary care clinic.
2. Primary care manages common health problems and preventive services.
3. The doctor referred the patient from primary care to a specialist.

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#690

Specialist

Example sentences

1. The specialist reviewed the test results.
2. A specialist has advanced knowledge in one area of medicine.
3. The patient asked the specialist about treatment options.

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#691

Surgeon

Example sentences

1. The surgeon explained the operation.
2. A surgeon performed the procedure carefully.
3. The surgeon checked the patient after surgery.

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#692

Nurse

Example sentences

1. The nurse checked the patient’s vital signs.
2. A nurse explained the treatment instructions clearly.
3. The nurse recorded the patient’s progress.

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#693

Pharmacist

Example sentences

1. The pharmacist checked the prescription.
2. A pharmacist explained how to take the medicine safely.
3. The pharmacist answered the patient’s questions.

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#694

Paramedic

Example sentences

1. The paramedic gave first aid at the scene.
2. A paramedic checked the patient’s airway and breathing.
3. The paramedic transported the patient to the hospital.

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#695

Radiologist

Example sentences

1. The radiologist reviewed the scan.
2. A radiologist wrote a report about the images.
3. The radiologist discussed the findings with the doctor.

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#696

Pathologist

Example sentences

1. The pathologist examined the tissue sample.
2. A pathologist prepared the biopsy report.
3. The pathologist helped confirm the diagnosis.

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#697

Anesthesiologist

Example sentences

1. The anesthesiologist discussed anesthesia with the patient.
2. An anesthesiologist monitored breathing during surgery.
3. The anesthesiologist managed pain after the operation.

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#698

Pediatrician

Example sentences

1. The pediatrician examined the child.
2. A pediatrician checks growth and development.
3. The pediatrician answered the parents’ questions.

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#699

Obstetrician

Example sentences

1. The obstetrician monitored the pregnancy.
2. An obstetrician cares for patients during pregnancy and childbirth.
3. The obstetrician explained the delivery plan.

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#700

Internist

Example sentences

1. The internist treated the adult patient.
2. An internist manages many diseases of internal organs.
3. The internist reviewed the patient’s long-term conditions.

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