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Benjamin Flieth
Medical Terminology
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01/08/2017

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Term
Hematologist
Definition
A specialist in the study of blood.
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Pulmonologist
Definition
A specialist in the study of the respiratory system
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Cardiologist
Definition
A specialist in the study of the heart and blood vessels.
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Diagnosis
Definition
The identification of a illness by examination of the symptoms.
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Pneumonia
Definition
A infection that causes the lungs to fill with fluid.
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PRN
Definition
Meaning "take as needed". Usually found on medication as directed by a doctor.
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Edema
Definition
Swelling
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Pleural Effusion
Definition
Fluid fills around the lungs.
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Anemia
Definition
A lack of red blood cells in the blood.
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Blood Transfusion
Definition
Transferring blood from one person to another persons veins.
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EKG
Definition
Electrocardiogram. A test to measure the electrical activity of the heart.
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CBC
Definition
A blood test to determine the complete blood count.
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ADL
Definition
Activities of Daily Living. Things that people do everyday. Brushing teeth, changing clothes, bathing.
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Delirium
Definition
A disturbed state of mind, such as restlessness, incoherent talk or thoughts. Usually caused from illness or intoxication.
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Dementia
Definition
Loss of memory.
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NAS
Definition
A low sodium diet.
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BM
Definition
Bowel movement.
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PT
Definition
Physical therapy.
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Dyspnea
Definition
Difficult breathing.
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ml
Definition
Milliliter
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