Category: I

Fluid found within the cell wall or membrane. Fluid, usually containing dissolved solutes, contained within cell membranes. The potassium-rich, sodium-poor watery solution inside cells. Approx. 55-75% of total body water is intracellular.  

The approximately 60% of body water that is contained within body cells, extracellular compartment. Body water compartment consisting of fluids within the cells.  

The injection of a substance into the amniotic sac to induce premature labor.  

A deep state of unconsciousness caused by a drug from which the person cannot be aroused.  

To excite or stupefy by alcohol or a narcotic to the point where physical and mental control are markedly diminished. To make someone incapable of controlling his or her actions, because of the influence of alcohol on the nervous system.  

An allergy or sensitivity to a subject. The adaptation of the body to a drug resulting in the need for a larger dosage to create the desired reaction. The fact of being unable to endure something such as pain or to take a medicine without an adverse reaction. A physical reaction that may produce symptoms…

Characterized by sharing innermost thoughts and feelings.  

Needs for companionship, love, and mutual respect.  

A state of warm friendship and the sharing of innermost feelings and emotions develops through long association with another person. A close familial, personal, or emotional relationship with another person.  

An enzyme that hydrolyzes medium- and short-chain triglycerides to glycerol plus short- and medium-chain fatty acids.