Are you bored? Why not play a “What do we call Game? Look at table of some 50 daily expressions used at the hospital along with their meanings. These expressions can be helpful for learners who are working in or visiting a hospital: learn through play. I hope you like it.
| Expression | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Admitting | The process of being admitted to the hospital. |
| 2. Emergency Room (ER) | The area of the hospital for immediate medical care. |
| 3. Patient | A person receiving medical treatment or care. |
| 4. Doctor | A medical professional who diagnoses and treats patients. |
| 5. Nurse | A healthcare professional who provides patient care. |
| 6. Surgery | A medical procedure that involves cutting the body for treatment. |
| 7. Prescription | A written order for medication from a doctor. |
| 8. X-ray | A medical image of the inside of the body. |
| 9. Lab Test | A medical examination of bodily fluids or tissues. |
| 10. IV (Intravenous) | A method of delivering fluids or medications directly into a vein. |
| 11. Blood Pressure | The force of blood against artery walls. |
| 12. Temperature | The measure of a person’s body heat. |
| 13. Pain Scale | A scale used to measure the severity of pain. |
| 14. Allergy | A hypersensitive reaction to a substance. |
| 15. Diagnosis | Identifying a patient’s medical condition. |
| 16. Treatment | Medical care or therapy provided to a patient. |
| 17. Medication | Prescribed drugs for treating an illness. |
| 18. Recovery | The process of getting better after an illness or surgery. |
| 19. Discharge | The release of a patient from the hospital. |
| 20. Wheelchair | A chair with wheels used for mobility. |
| 21. Bedridden | Unable to leave the bed due to illness. |
| 22. Catheter | A tube for draining urine from the body. |
| 23. Operating Room | The surgical area in a hospital. |
| 24. Anesthesia | Medication to induce loss of sensation. |
| 25. Intensive Care Unit (ICU) | A specialized unit for critical patients. |
| 26. Medical Records | Documents containing a patient’s medical history. |
| 27. Waiting Room | A designated area for patients and visitors. |
| 28. Consultation | A meeting with a healthcare provider. |
| 29. Ambulance | A vehicle for transporting patients. |
| 30. Stretcher | A portable bed for carrying patients. |
| 31. Family Visitor | A relative or loved one visiting a patient. |
| 32. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) | Protective gear for healthcare workers. |
| 33. Lab Technician | A professional who conducts medical tests. |
| 34. Radiologist | A specialist in interpreting medical images. |
| 35. Anesthetist | A healthcare provider administering anesthesia. |
| 36. Blood Transfusion | The transfer of blood or blood components. |
| 37. Triage | The process of prioritizing patient care. |
| 38. Intake Form | A document with patient information. |
| 39. Medical History | A record of a patient’s health. |
| 40. Bedside Manner | A doctor or nurse’s approach to patient care. |
| 41. Health Insurance | Coverage for medical expenses. |
| 42. Medical Bill | An invoice for healthcare services. |
| 43. Call Bell | A button for patients to request assistance. |
| 44. Medical Consent | Permission for medical procedures. |
| 45. Recovery Room | A post-surgery observation area. |
| 46. Medical Equipment | Devices used for patient care. |
| 47. Ward | A section of a hospital for patients. |
| 48. Specialist | A doctor with expertise in a specific area. |
| 49. Health Assessment | An evaluation of a patient’s condition. |
| 50. Follow-up Care | Ongoing medical treatment after a hospital visit. |
Most of the words and expressions above cover various aspects of hospital visits and healthcare. And learners can find them useful when communicating in a medical setting. Please learn them and share if you care.
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