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Ariel Hamberlin
Medical Terminology
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Medical
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11/13/2016

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Hematologist
Definition
A specialist in the science or study of blood
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Pulmonology
Definition
a medical specialty that deals with diseases involving the respiratory tract.
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cardiologist
Definition
A doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels
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Edema
Definition
swelling
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PRN
Definition
When necessary
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pleural effusion
Definition
A build up of fluid between the tissues that line the lungs and the chest
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Pneumonia
Definition
Infection that inflames air sacs in one or both lungs, which may fill with fluid
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Anemia
Definition
A condition in which the blood doesnt have enough healthy red blood cells
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Blood transfusion
Definition
A safe common procedure in which blood is given to you through an IV line in one of your blood vessels.
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diuresis
Definition
increased or excessive production of urine
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EKG
Definition
An electrocardiogram bis a test that checks for problems with the electrical activity of your heart
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CBC
Definition
COMPLETE BLOOD COUNT
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Delirium
Definition
A serious disturbance in mental abilities that results in confused thinking and reduced awareness of surroundings
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RAP
Definition
request for anticipated payment
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Dementia
Definition
A group of thinking and social symptoms that inerferes with daily functioning
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NAS
Definition
No added salt
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CHF
Definition
Congestive heart failure
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NPO
Definition
Nothing by mouth
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Radiology
Definition
The science dealing with x-ray and other high-energy radiation
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qhs
Definition
Every bedtime
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