Category: I

The characteristics of an imaging medium that influence the ability of the radiologist to see differences in density between adjacent objects in the image.  

Shortening and increased tension in a muscle against a constant load or resistance.  

Motion produced by degenerated muscles without nerve stimulus.  

Nonverbal consent suggested by the actions by the patient, as when he or she enters the dental office and sits in a dental chair. This suggests that the patient seeks examination, diagnosis, and consultation.  

A technique for reducing edema in an extremity by means of air or, less commonly, chilled water mechanically pumped through a sleeve. Circumferential pressure applied to the arm or leg is gradually increased to enhance venous and lymphatic flow, and then the sleeve is deflated. The process is then repeated.  

One of many compounds that, in general, contain no carbon.  

A nonelastic molding used in dentistry to make imprints of teeth and other oral tissues. Impression compound is a thermoplastic material (i.e., it softens when heated and solidifies without chemical change when cooled).  

The state in which a person experiences a decreased, delayed, or absent ability to receive, process, transmit, and use a system of symbols or anything that conveys meaning.  

Inflammation of the coIon produced by disease-causing organisms such as amebas, bacteria, and protozoa. It may be caused by a wide variety of pathogens, including Campylobacter, Cryptosporidium, Escherichia coli, Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia, Salmonella,, and Shigella.  

Abdominal colic, typically associated with intestinal obstruction or ileus.