Unit 16 | Exercises and Flashcards

Unit 16, Medical English Exercises and Flashcards

Word	Example
traumatic injuries	Today we will speak about traumatic injuries.
infection	They tested her blood for signs of the infection.
trauma	He had psychotherapy to help him deal with his childhood traumas.
critical	Both drivers are in a critical condition.
triage	The triage nurse told him he would have to wait.
acuity	Tiredness also affects visual acuity.
drug-resistant	This infection is drug-resistant.
contaminate	Much of the coast has been contaminated by nuclear waste.
vaccine	The measles vaccine is recommended for all children.
prescribe	What has the doctor prescribed?