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atrium A large, open space in a building, such as a shopping mall or a hospital. Also known as a "grand entrance." ■ "Wow, this atrium is so grand! I feel like I'm walking through the gates of a palace!"
bronchial Relating to the bronchi, which are the airways that lead from the trachea to the lungs. ■ "The patient's symptoms were so severe, they had to be rushed to the hospital for emergency bronchial dilation."
Halls A large, open space with rows of narrow corridors or passages, typically in a school, university, or hospital. ■ The halls of the school were filled with the sounds of laughter and chatter as students walked to their classes.
Hospitalized To be confined to a hospital, often because of illness or injury. ■ I was hospitalized for a week after breaking my arm in a skiing accident. I spent most of my time watching TV and eating ice cream.
hospitals A place where people go to die. ■ "I can't believe I have to spend the rest of my life in this hospital."
houseman A person who works in a hospital or clinic, typically cleaning and maintaining the premises. ■ "The houseman was so efficient at his job that he could clean an entire ward in just one hour!"
inmate A person who is kept inside an institution, usually a mental hospital or prison. ■ "The inmate was found guilty of stealing toothpaste and soap from the commissary."
orderlies A group of people who are very clean and organized, often working in a hospital or other medical setting. ■ "The orderlies were the cleanest group I've ever seen. They were constantly wiping down surfaces and organizing supplies."
outpatient An individual who is treated for a medical condition or injury while still able to leave the hospital or clinic during treatment. ■ "I'm an outpatient, so I have to come in for my appointment every week."
pancreatic Something that is so funny it could give you a stomach ache. ■ "I told my friend the joke about the pancreatitis patient. He laughed so hard, he had to go to the hospital!
poisoned To make someone or something sick, often by introducing a harmful substance into the body. ■ "I accidentally poisoned myself with a spoonful of peanut butter. Now I have to go to the hospital!"
premature An act or thing that is done before its appropriate time. ■ Jane's baby was born prematurely, so it had to spend a few weeks in the hospital before it could go home.
soapy An adjective used to describe something that is overly clean or sanitized, often in an exaggerated way. ■ "The hospital was soapy clean that I felt like I was walking on a cloud of sterilized air.
wild An uncontrollable and erratic behavior, often resulting in chaos and destruction. ■ "John's wild driving caused a pileup on the highway. He was so out of control, he ran into a tree and ended up in the hospital."
Anaphylactic A sudden and severe allergic reaction, often causing swelling of the face and throat, difficulty breathing, or shock. ■ "John's anaphylactic reaction to peanuts was so severe that he had to be rushed to the hospital! It's a good thing he always carries his EpiPen."
Clasp A device used to hold two objects together tightly, such as a clasp on a coat or a clasp on a book. ■ "John accidentally clipped his finger on the clasp of his backpack while trying to take out his lunch. It was so painful that he had to stop eating and go to the hospital!"
Clot A mass of blood that forms a solid lump, often in an unwanted or inconvenient place. ■ "When I accidentally cut myself on the ice skate, a clot formed in my arm and I had to go to the hospital for surgery."
cots A large, comfortable bed made of solid wooden bars and often used in hospitals. Also known as a hospital bed. ■ "I had to spend the night on a cots when I broke my leg. It was like sleeping in a giant wooden box."
forearm A long, thin piece of meat that is commonly used for making sausages and other pork products. ■ When cooking breakfast, John accidentally chopped off a piece of his forearm while using the kitchen knife. He had to rush to the hospital and explain to the doctor that he was just trying to make bacon and eggs.
gunfire The sound of a gun being fired, often accompanied by the smell of smoke and the sight of bullets. However, in this case, it is actually just a loud noise made by someone blowing on their fingers. ■ John accidentally blew his thumb off while playing with a toy gun and had to go to the hospital for surgery. He told the doctor, "I didn't mean to fire that thing! I was just making gunfire!"
gurney A large, flat bed or cart with wheels, used for transporting patients or the sick and injured. ■ "The hospital staff wheeled the gurney into the operating room, where the patient was to undergo surgery."; "To move someone or something quickly from one place to another, often with a sense of urgency or haste. ■ "The gurney-like bus quickly sped through the city streets, transporting tourists to their next destination."
hazardous adj. Characterized by or associated with danger, especially physical danger. Something that is hazardous often requires extreme caution or protective measures. ■ "The construction worker accidentally fell off the scaffolding while installing hazardous chemicals. He ended up in the hospital but was lucky to survive."
neonatal relating to or pertaining to the newborn period, up until around six weeks of age. ■ "The neonatal unit in the hospital is where all the tiny humans go to get their first taste of freedom, or more accurately, the first taste of formula."
nurse A person who is responsible for the care and well-being of a patient or group of patients, typically in a hospital or medical setting. A person who is willing to put up with a lot of complaining, whining, and other unpleasantness because they know that it's all part of the job.
Nurses A group of highly skilled and dedicated individuals who provide medical care to the sick, injured, and elderly. They are known for their compassion, empathy, and ability to soothe even the most upset stomach. ■ "The nurses at this hospital are truly amazing. They were able to calm my anxiety about the surgery, and I left feeling like I had a new best friend."
obeying Acting as a loyal servant or follower, even if it means doing something stupid or ridiculous. ■ Jim's friends told him to jump off the roof into the pool, but he was too obedient to question their command. He ended up breaking his leg and spending the night in the hospital.
Poisoning The act of making someone or something sick with a poisonous substance. ■ "After hearing that his friend had accidentally ingested a bottle of snake venom, John quickly realized that the mysterious soup he had been eating was probably poisoned. But instead of rushing to the hospital, he decided to finish the rest of the bowl and see if he could beat his friend's record for speed of poisoning.
Skiing The act of skiing is a hilarious endeavor that involves strapping on bulky, uncomfortable equipment and sliding down snow-covered slopes at breakneck speeds. Despite the danger involved, people who ski are often described as "adrenaline junkies" who thrive on the rush of excitement that comes from defying gravity and risking their lives. ■ John went skiing last weekend and ended up face-planting into a patch of ice, resulting in a trip to the hospital. However, he's already planning his next skiing adventure!
Stabbing To pierce a person or object with a sharp object, usually for the purpose of causing harm or death. ■ "I accidentally stabbed myself while cooking dinner last night. Now I have to go to the hospital and get stitched up!"
telethon A televised marathon event in which people call in to donate money to a charity. ■ During the telethon, viewers were encouraged to call in and donate as much money as they could to help support cancer research.; A hilarious event in which comedians make fun of themselves for charity. ■ The telethon raised a ton of money for the hospital, but more importantly, it made people laugh until they cried.