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Linda Farr
Medical Terminology Module 1 - Jane Dare
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10/08/2016

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Cardiologist
Definition
physician who specializes in treating cardiovascular-related diseases and disorders
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Anemia
Definition
a condition is which levels of hemoglobin in the red blood cells are insufficient.
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CBC - Complete Blood Count
Definition
combination of several blood tests including red blood cell (RBC) counts, RBC indices, hemoglobin (Hgb), hematocrit (Hct), white blood cell (WBC) counts (with or without differential), platelet counts, and blood cell morphology.
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dyspnea
Definition
difficulty breathing
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Hematologist
Definition
one who specializes in the study of blood and the tissues that produce it.
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Pneumonia
Definition
inflammation of the lungs cased by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or chemical irritants, often following influeza in the elderly and debilitated persons, and most commonly caused in the U.S. by streptococcus pnemoniae
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Pulmonologist
Definition
medical doctor who specializes in treating the lungs and accessory structures.
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Diagnosis
Definition
decision reached by examination the nature and circumstances of a diseased condition
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Edema
Definition
effusion of serous fluid into the intersices of cells in tissue spaces or into body cavities
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fundoscopic
Definition
examination of the ocular fundus ;to assess retinal manifestations of hypertension, DM, retinal detachment, melanoma and sundry ilk.
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EKG (Electrocardiogram/Electrocardiograph)
Definition
a tracing of the electric currents that initiate the heartbeat, used to diagnose possible heart disorders.
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Pleural Effusion
Definition
an abnormal collection of fluid in the pleural space resulting from excess fluid production or decreased absorption, or both.
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ADLs
Definition
Activities of Daily Living
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Delirium
Definition
serious disturbance in mental abilities that result in confused thinking and reduced awareness of your environment.
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Dementia
Definition
group of symptoms caused by disorders that affect the brain.
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HCL
Definition
medical friendly, water and aid soluabble, salt version of an amine (helps medication be administered evenly and efficiently.
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Hydroactive
Definition
infection control, fluid management, and effective debridement.
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G-Tube (Gastrostomy Tube)
Definition
feeding tubes placed through the abdomen into the stomach for liquids and medication.
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CPR (Cardiopulminary Resuscitation)
Definition
a lifesaving technique useful in many emergencies, including heart attack or near drowning, in which someone's breathing or heartbeat has stopped.
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Mediastinal
Definition
area of the chest that separates the lungs, surrounded by the breastbone in front, spine in back and lungs on each side. The mediastinum contains the heart, aorta, esophagus, thymus, an trachea.
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