· Admission: The process of being accepted into the hospital for treatment.
o
Example:
"Chidi's admission to the hospital was quick because his condition was
severe."
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Anaesthesia: Medication used to prevent pain
during surgery.
o
Example:
"Before the operation, Dr. Afolabi administered anaesthesia to comfort
Nkem."
·
Appointment: A scheduled meeting with a
healthcare professional.
o
Example:
"Zainab had an appointment with the cardiologist on Monday."
·
Bedside: The area next to a patient's bed.
o
Example:
"The nurse checked Emeka's vital signs at his bedside."
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Blood
Bank: A place where blood is collected,
stored, and distributed.
o
Example:
"Ngozi donated blood at the local blood bank."
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Blood
Pressure: The force
of blood against the walls of arteries.
o
Example:
"Mrs. Adeoye monitors her blood pressure regularly to manage her
hypertension."
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Cardiology: The branch of medicine dealing
with the heart.
o
Example:
"Dr. Yusuf is a specialist in cardiology at the teaching hospital."
·
Consultation: A meeting with a doctor to discuss
symptoms and treatment.
o
Example:
"Kemi had a consultation with the dermatologist about her skin
condition."
·
Diagnosis: The identification of a disease or
condition.
o
Example:
"After several tests, the doctor made a diagnosis of malaria for
Olu."
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Discharge: The release of a patient from the
hospital.
o
Example:
"Fatima was happy to receive her discharge papers after a week in the
hospital."
·
Emergency
Room (ER): The
section of a hospital for urgent care.
o
Example:
"Bola was rushed to the emergency room after the accident."
·
ENT
(Ear, Nose, Throat):
A medical specialty focusing on these areas.
o
Example:
"Ayo visited the ENT specialist for his persistent sore throat."
·
Epidemiology: The study of the distribution and
determinants of health-related states.
o
Example:
"Epidemiology helps in understanding the spread of diseases like
COVID-19."
·
Examination: The process of inspecting a
patient to diagnose illness.
o
Example:
"Dr. Eze conducted a thorough examination of Chinedu’s chest pain."
·
Geriatrics: The branch of medicine focused on
elderly care.
o
Example:
"Dr. Adeoye specialises in geriatrics and helps many elderly
patients."
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Hospitalisation: Being admitted and staying in the
hospital for treatment.
o
Example:
"Ibrahim’s hospitalisation lasted for three days after his surgery."
·
ICU
(Intensive Care Unit):
A special department for critically ill patients.
o
Example:
"Lara was moved to the ICU after her condition worsened."
·
Immunisation: The process of becoming immune to
a disease.
o
Example:
"All children should receive immunisation to prevent diseases like
polio."
·
Inpatient: A patient who stays in the
hospital while receiving treatment.
o
Example:
"As an inpatient, Taiwo received round-the-clock care."
·
Intravenous
(IV): Administering fluids or
medications directly into a vein.
o
Example:
"The nurse set up an intravenous line to hydrate Funke."
·
Laboratory: A facility for testing samples for
medical purposes.
o
Example:
"Chinwe’s blood sample was sent to the laboratory for analysis."
·
Maternity: The department dealing with
childbirth and care of newborns.
o
Example:
"The maternity ward was full of joy with the arrival of new babies."
·
Medication: Drugs used to treat or prevent
diseases.
o
Example:
"Adamu took his medication as prescribed by the doctor."
·
Neonatal: Relating to newborn babies.
o
Example:
"The neonatal unit provides specialised care for premature babies like
little Ifeanyi."
·
Neurology: The branch of medicine dealing
with disorders of the nervous system.
o
Example:
"Dr. Osagie is an expert in neurology and treats patients with
epilepsy."
·
Nurse: A healthcare professional
providing patient care.
o
Example:
"Nurse Amaka was very kind to the patients in her care."
·
Nutrition: The process of providing or
obtaining the food necessary for health.
o
Example:
"Proper nutrition is essential for patients recovering from surgery."
·
Obstetrics: The branch of medicine and surgery
concerned with childbirth.
o
Example:
"The obstetrics team assisted in delivering Grace's baby."
·
Oncology: The branch of medicine dealing
with cancer.
o
Example:
"Dr. Hassan works in oncology and provides treatment for cancer
patients."
·
Operation: A surgical procedure to treat a
medical condition.
o
Example:
"Uche’s operation to remove his appendix was successful."
·
Outpatient: A patient who receives medical
treatment without being admitted to the hospital.
o
Example:
"As an outpatient, Yemi visited the clinic for her weekly check-up."
·
Paediatrics: The branch of medicine dealing
with children and their diseases.
o
Example:
"Dr. Funmi, a paediatrician, specialises in treating young children."
·
Pathology: The study of the causes and
effects of diseases.
o
Example:
"Pathology reports helped determine the cause of the illness."
·
Pharmacy: A place where medicinal drugs are
prepared and dispensed.
o
Example:
"After the doctor’s prescription, Bisi went to the pharmacy to get her
medication."
·
Physiotherapy: Treatment to restore movement and
function after injury or illness.
o
Example:
"After his accident, Kunle needed physiotherapy to walk again."
·
Radiology: The branch of medicine that uses
imaging to diagnose and treat diseases.
o
Example:
"The radiology department performed an X-ray on Musa’s injured leg."
·
Recovery: The process of getting better
after an illness or surgery.
o
Example:
"Ngozi’s recovery was swift due to the excellent care she received."
·
Referral: A recommendation to see a
specialist.
o
Example:
"Dr. Eze gave Ugo a referral to a cardiologist for further
evaluation."
·
Rehabilitation: The process of helping a person
recover physical or mental function.
o
Example:
"The rehabilitation centre helped Tunde regain his strength after the
stroke."
·
Respiratory: Relating to the organs involved in
breathing.
o
Example:
"Amina visited the respiratory specialist due to her asthma."
·
Surgery: The treatment of injuries or
disorders by cutting open the body and repairing it.
o
Example:
"Surgery was necessary to repair David’s fractured bone."
·
Symptom: A sign or indication of a disease
or condition.
o
Example:
"The primary symptom of malaria is a high fever, as experienced by
Kelechi."
·
Therapist: A person skilled in a particular
type of therapy.
o
Example:
"The therapist helped Chisom deal with her anxiety."
·
Transfusion: The process of transferring blood
or blood products into one’s circulation.
o
Example:
"Bola needed a blood transfusion after the severe bleeding."
·
Treatment: Medical care given to a patient
for an illness or injury.
o
Example:
"Ade received treatment for his chronic back pain."
·
Ultrasound: An imaging technique using sound
waves to visualise internal organs.
o
Example:
"The ultrasound showed that Ada’s baby was healthy."
·
Vaccination: The administration of a vaccine to
protect against disease.
o
Example:
"All children in Nigeria should receive vaccination against measles."
·
Ventilator: A machine that helps patients
breathe when they cannot do so on their own.
o
Example:
"The critically ill patient was put on a ventilator to assist with
breathing."
·
Ward: A large room in a hospital where
patients receive care.
o
Example:
"The general ward was full of patients recovering from surgery."
·
Wheelchair: A chair with wheels, used by
patients who cannot walk.
o
Example:
"Mr. Obinna used a wheelchair to move around after his leg surgery."
·
X-ray: An imaging technique that uses
electromagnetic waves to view inside the body.
o
Example:
"The doctor ordered an X-ray to check for fractures in Kemi’s arm."
·
Ambulance: A vehicle equipped for taking sick
or injured people to and from the hospital.
o
Example:
"The ambulance arrived quickly to take Ayo to the hospital."
·
Anaesthetist: A medical specialist who
administers anaesthesia.
o
Example:
"The anaesthetist ensured Aisha was asleep during her operation."
·
Bacteria: Microorganisms that can cause
infections.
o
Example:
"The doctor prescribed antibiotics to kill the bacteria causing the
infection in Chinedu’s ear."
·
Consultant: A senior doctor specialising in a
particular field.
o
Example:
"Dr. Olufemi, the consultant, provided expert advice on the complex
case."
·
Gastroenterology: The branch of medicine focused on
the digestive system.
o
Example:
"Dr. Nwankwo, a gastroenterologist, treated Maryam’s stomach issues."
·
Hygiene: Practices to maintain health and
prevent disease, especially through cleanliness.
o
Example:
"Good hygiene is crucial in hospitals to prevent the spread of
infections."
·
Intravenous
(IV) drip: A device
for delivering fluids directly into a vein.
o
Example:
"The nurse set up an IV drip to provide fluids to Segun."
·
Isolation: Keeping someone separate to
prevent the spread of disease.
o
Example:
"Patients with contagious diseases are placed in isolation to protect
others."
·
Outpatient
clinic: A place
where patients receive care without being admitted to the hospital.
o
Example:
"The outpatient clinic at the hospital is where Bisi goes for her regular
check-ups."