Category: I

  • Industrial disease

    A disease which is caused by the type of work done by a worker or by the conditions in which he or she works, e.g. by dust produced or chemicals used in the factory.  

  • Induction of labour

    The action of starting childbirth artificially. Employing artificial methods to induce labor if prolonging the pregnancy could pose a threat to the health of the mother or the baby. The primary reason for inducing labor is typically because the pregnancy has exceeded the estimated due date, raising the likelihood of complications during delivery. Additional reasons…

  • Induce

    To make something happen. To start, cause, or stimulate the beginning of an activity (e.g., to induce anesthesia or to induce labor). To generate a product or bring about an effect.  

  • Indrawing

    The act of pulling towards the inside.  

  • Indomethacin

    A drug that reduces pain, fever and inflammation, especially that caused by arthritis. A non-steroid anti-inflammatory drug that is also an antipyretic and an analgesic. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent (trade name Indocin) used to treat arthritis and certain other inflammatory conditions. Adverse effects include peptic ulcer, gastrointestinal disturbances, dizziness, and tinnitus. An analgesic that relieves inflammation,…

  • Individualise

    To provide something that matches the needs of a specific person or situation.  

  • Indisposition

    A slight illness. A mild disorder; any slight or temporary illness.  

  • Indigo carmine

    A blue dye which is injected into a person to test how well their kidneys are working.  

  • Index finger

    The first finger next to the thumb. Forefinger; finger between the thumb and middle finger. The index finger, located adjacent to the thumb.  

  • Independent nursing function

    Any part of the nurse’s job for which the nurse takes full responsibility.