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Tereesa Davenport
Medical Terminology
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07/04/2016

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Hematologist
Definition
A hematologist is a specialist in hematology, the science or study of blood, blood-forming organs and blood diseases. The medical aspect of hematology is concerned with the treatment of blood disorders and malignancies, including types of hemophilia, leukemia, lymphoma and sickle-cell anemia. Hematology is a branch of internal medicine that deals with the physiology, pathology, etiology, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis and prevention of blood-related disorders.
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Cardiologist
Definition
A cardiologist is a doctor with special training and skill in finding, treating and preventing diseases of the heart and blood vessels.
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Pulmonologist
Definition
is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary (lung) conditions and diseases.
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Diagnosis
Definition
the identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms.
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ER
Definition
Emergency Room
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C/O
Definition
Complaint Of
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SOB
Definition
Shortness Of Breath
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Edema
Definition
Swelling
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TID
Definition
Three times a day
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QHS
Definition
Every bedtime
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PRN
Definition
As Needed
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PO
Definition
By mouth
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Fundoscopic
Definition
Part of an eye examination
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Pleural Effusion
Definition
Abnormal fluid buildup in tissue around the lungs
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Pneumonia
Definition
Lung infection
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Anemia
Definition
Low red blood cell count commonly caused by a iron deficiency
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CBC
Definition
Complete Blood Count
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ADLS
Definition
Activities of Daily Living
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Delirium
Definition
Temporary state of mental confusion
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Dementia
Definition
A group of mental symptoms that interferes with daily life
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CHF
Definition
Congestive Heart Failure
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