This deck contains flashcards, with side2 being the question and side 1 being the answer. Topics include: What is fever? Causes of abdominal pain Common reasons for chest pain Signs of dehydration Symptoms of hypoxia Identifying shortness of breath (dyspnea) Symptoms of hypertension What causes dizziness? Recognizing palpitations Causes of headache Identifying cyanosis Symptoms of nausea and vomiting Causes of fatigue Signs of jaundice Symptoms of hypoglycemia Recognizing a stroke Causes of edema Identifying anaphylaxis Signs of infection Symptoms of anxiety What is tachycardia? Causes of diarrhea Recognizing confusion (delirium) Symptoms of hyperglycemia Causes of constipation Identifying syncope (fainting) Signs of internal bleeding Symptoms of pneumonia Recognizing a seizure Causes of back pain Symptoms of urinary retention Identifying a rash Signs of a heart attack Symptoms of anemia Causes of leg swelling Identifying respiratory distress Symptoms of deep vein thrombosis Recognizing chest tightness Causes of joint pain Symptoms of kidney stones
What is fever?
Causes of abdominal pain
Common reasons for chest pain
Signs of dehydration
Symptoms of hypoxia
Identifying shortness of breath (dyspnea)
Symptoms of hypertension
What causes dizziness?
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What is fever?
A temporary increase in the body's temperature in response to some disease or illness
Causes of abdominal pain
Appendicitis, stomach ulcers, gallstones, kidney stones
Common reasons for chest pain
Heart diseases, lung conditions, gastrointestinal problems
Signs of dehydration
Dry mouth, fatigue, dark urine, thirst
Symptoms of hypoxia
Shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, sweating, confusion
Identifying shortness of breath (dyspnea)
Difficulty breathing, wheezing, feeling of suffocation
Symptoms of hypertension
Headaches, nosebleeds, shortness of breath, confusion
What causes dizziness?
Inner ear disturbance, motion sickness, medication side effects
Recognizing palpitations
Feelings of a racing, uncomfortable, irregular heartbeat or a flip-flop feeling in your chest
Causes of headache
Migraine, tension, cluster, sinus
Identifying cyanosis
Bluish or purplish colorization of the skin or mucous membranes due to low oxygen
Symptoms of nausea and vomiting
Stomach ache, dizziness, fever, diarrhea
Causes of fatigue
Physical exertion, lack of sleep, stress, certain medications
Signs of jaundice
Yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes, dark urine, pale stool
Symptoms of hypoglycemia
Shaking, hunger, sweating, dizziness
Recognizing a stroke
Trouble with speaking and understanding, paralysis, headache, trouble with walking
Causes of edema
Sitting or staying in one position for too long, high salt intake, pregnancy, certain medications
Identifying anaphylaxis
Shortness of breath, hives, wheezing, nausea, rapid heart rate
Signs of infection
Fever, fatigue, cough, body ache
Symptoms of anxiety
Restlessness, rapid heart rate, rapid breathing, trouble concentrating
What is tachycardia?
A condition that makes your heart beat more than 100 times per minute
Causes of diarrhea
Viruses, bacteria, other infectious diseases, certain foods, stress
Recognizing confusion (delirium)
Dilated pupils, fast heart rate, trembling, rapid breathing
Symptoms of hyperglycemia
Frequent urination, fatigue, weight loss, blurred vision
Causes of constipation
Lack of fiber, physical inactivity, certain medications, dehydration
Identifying syncope (fainting)
Analysis of medical history, complete physical examination, blood tests
Signs of internal bleeding
Abdominal pain, shortness of breath, chest pain, dizziness, and unconsciousness
Symptoms of pneumonia
Cough with phlegm or pus, fever, chills, difficulty breathing
Recognizing a seizure
Uncontrolled jerking of the body, loss of consciousness and awareness, confusion, fear
Causes of back pain
Muscle or ligament strain, bulging or ruptured disks, arthritis
Symptoms of urinary retention
Inability to urinate, painful urination, weak urinary stream, urgency
Identifying a rash
Change in color, texture or appearance of skin, redness, itching, swelling
Signs of a heart attack
Chest discomfort, discomfort in other areas of the upper body, shortness of breath
Symptoms of anemia
Fatigue, weakness, pale skin, irregular heartbeats
Causes of leg swelling
Fluid accumulation, deep vein thrombosis, lymphedema
Identifying respiratory distress
Increased breathing rate, wheezing, usage of accessory muscles, distressed facial expression
Symptoms of deep vein thrombosis
Swelling, leg pain, a feeling of warmth in the affected leg
Recognizing chest tightness
Chest discomfort, difficulty breathing, excessive sweating
Causes of joint pain
Arthritis, gout, infectious diseases, bone diseases
Symptoms of kidney stones
Back pain, blood in the urine, frequent urination, nausea, fever.
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