What is atenolol? Atenolol (Tenormin) is a beta-blocker that affects the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins). Atenolol is used to treat angina (chest pain) and hypertension (high blood pressure). Atenolol is also used to lower the risk of death after a heart attack. You should not use this atenolol if you have a serious heart condition such as AV block, very slow heartbeats, or heart failure.
Definition of wound for English Language Learners. : 1  an injury that is caused when a knife, bullet, etc., cuts or breaks the skin. : 2  a feeling of sadness, anger, etc., that is caused by something bad that has happened to you.
Wounds are any injuries to the skin, such as cuts, punctures, sores, ulcers and burns. They are often painful and may exist as the result of an accident or fall. Surgical wounds follow a medical procedure. Wounds can range in severity from mild to serious, and proper care is required to avoid infection.