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Tricia Walberg
Medical Terminology
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02/08/2017

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Hematologist
Definition
A doctor or scientist who specializes in the study and treatment of blood disorders
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Edema
Definition
Swelling that occurs as the body responds to injury or inflammation.
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tid
Definition
dosing directions - "three times a day"
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pleural effusion
Definition
a condition in which excess fluid builds around the lung
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prn
Definition
dosing directions - "as needed"
Pro Re Nata (Latin: "in the circumstances")
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RAP
Definition
Resident Assessment Protocol
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NAS (diet)
Definition
no added salt
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qhs
Definition
dosing directions - every night at bedtime
(Latin: Quaque Hora Somni)
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fundoscopic exam
Definition
physical exam of the ocular fundus (inner lining of the eye) to assess manifestations of hypertension
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ADLs
Definition
acronym: Activities of Daily Living
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ischemic cardiomyopathy
Definition
condition that occurs when the heart muscle is weakened...usually caused by heart attack or coronary artery disease
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HCL
Definition
hydrochloride - comes after a drug name
(ex: Nortriptyline HCL)
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dyspnea
Definition
breathlessness or shortness of breath (SOB); labored or difficult breathing
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Hydroactive dressing
Definition
used for the management of partial and full-thickness pressure sores and leg ulcers
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PERL
Definition
acronym: Pupils Equal and Reactive to Light
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mediastinal
Definition
of or pertaining to the mediastinum; the area in the middle of the chest that separates the lungs
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po
Definition
dosing directions - "by mouth" or "orally"
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CHS
Definition
congestive heart failure
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cerumen
Definition
ear wax
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IM
Definition
intramuscular (with respect to injections)
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