Compressor
Compressor (medical)
A Compressor (pronounced: /kəmˈprɛsər/) is a medical device used in various healthcare settings. Its primary function is to compress or apply pressure to a certain area of the body, often to control bleeding or reduce swelling.
Etymology
The term "compressor" originates from the Latin word "comprimere", which means "to press together".
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, a compressor is often used in conjunction with other medical equipment. For example, it can be used with a Nebulizer to convert liquid medication into a fine mist that can be inhaled by patients with respiratory conditions.
Compressors are also used in CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machines to help people with sleep apnea breathe more easily during sleep.
In addition, compressors are used in Tourniquets to apply pressure and control bleeding during surgical procedures or in emergency situations.
Related Terms
- Nebulizer: A device that changes medication from a liquid to a mist so that it can be more easily inhaled into the lungs.
- CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure): A treatment that uses mild air pressure to keep the airways open, typically used by people who have breathing problems, such as sleep apnea.
- Tourniquet: A device used to control venous and arterial circulation to an extremity for a period of time.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Compressor
- Wikipedia's article - Compressor
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