Sepsis, Septicemia, and Bacteremia, What’s the Difference?
Sepsis, Septicemia, and Bacteremia are words used to describe this life-threatening infection, but which one is a medical emergency?
Read the post to find out.
Medical Terminology Quiz: Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)
According to the American Heart Association, at least 2.7 million Americans are living with atrial fibrillation (AFib). Take the quiz and challenge your knowledge of terms used surrounding this most common type of arrhythmia.
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Medical Terminology Quiz: Blood Clots
Are phlebitis and thrombophlebitis synonymous? How does a thrombus differ from an embolus? Test your knowledge of these terms and others related to blood clots.
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Medical Terminology Quiz: Myocardial Infarction
Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a heart attack. Check your knowledge of six medical terms associated with the cause and symptoms of myocardial infarction (heart attack).
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Medical Terminology Cartoon Word Jumble: Cardiology Term
Try rearranging the letters to find this tricky-to-spell cardiology term. Use the cartoon and clues to help you.
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Medical Terminology Cartoon Word Jumble: Cardiovascular Term
Rearrange the letters to find a cardiovascular term. Have fun while using the cartoon and clues to find the answter.
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Arrhythmia, Dysrhythmia: What’s The Difference?
If you had to spell arrhythmia and dysrhythmia, would you know which word has two Rs? Read the article and it will help you remember.
Video: What is Bradycardia?
You have probably heard of tachycardia, but how about bradycardia?
Unravel the word parts to find its meaning, and watch a two minute video to learn more.
