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Medical Terminology
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01/07/2017

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Hematologist

Definition
One who specializes in the study of and the diagnosis of  treatment and overall management of people with blood disorders
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Pulmonologist

Definition
Pulmonologist specializes in the diseases involving the respiratory tract
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Cardiologist

Definition
Specializes in the disorders of the heart
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DX

Definition
the identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms
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CHF

Definition
a weakness of the heart that leads to a buildup of fluid in the lungs and surrounding body tissues.
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ER
Definition
Emergency Room
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C/O
Definition
Complains of
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SOB
Definition
Shortness of Breath
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edema
Definition
a condition characterized by an excess of watery fluid collecting in the cavities or tissues of the body.
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tid

Definition
three times a day
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qhs

Definition
at hour of sleep
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prn

Definition
as needed
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po

Definition
by mouth
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Derm
Definition
Skin
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Cyst
Definition
Cell
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CBC

Definition
Complete Blood Count
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ADL
Definition
Activity Daily Living
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DOA
Definition
Dead On Arrival
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Cyro
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