Med/surg Exam 2 Terms

Front 1

alternative modes of speaking that do not involve the normal larynx; used by patients whose larynx has been surgically removed

Back 1

impaired ability to use one's voice due to disease or injury to the larynx

Front 2

cessation of breathing

Back 2

difficulties in swallowing

Front 3

hemorrhage from the nose due to rupture of tiny, distended vessels in the mucous membrance of any are of the nose

Back 3

cold sore (cutaneous viral infection with painful vesicles and erosions on the tongue, palate, gingiva, buccal membranes, or lips)

Front 4

inflammation of the larynx; may be caused by voice abuse, exposure to irritants, or infectious organisms

Back 4

removal of all or part of the larynx and surrounding structures

Front 5

stiffness of the neck or inability to bend the neck

Back 5

inflammation of the throat; usually viral or bacterial in origin

Front 6

inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose; may be infectious, allergic, or inflammatory in origin

Back 6

drainage of a large amount of fluid from the nose

Front 7

inflammation of the sinuses; may be acute or chronic; may be viral, bacterial, or fungal in origin

Back 7

surgical procedure tocorrect nasal obstruction due to deviate septum; also called septoplasty

Front 8

inflammation of the tonsils, usually due to an acute infection

Back 8

dryness of the mouth from a variety of causes.