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Amanda Touchton
Medical Terminology
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04/12/2016

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Pleural Effusion
Definition
is an abnormal amount of fluid around the lung.
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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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Edema
Definition
a condition characterized by an excess of watery fluid collecting in the cavities or tissues of the body.
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HCT
Definition
Meaning Hematocrit. Which is the proportion of the blood that consists of packed red blood cells.
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Diurese
Definition
To cause or bring about.
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SOB
Definition
Shortness of Breath
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Urinalysis
Definition
analysis of urine to test for the presence of disease, drugs, etc.
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Cognitive Skills
Definition
ability to process information, reason, remember, and relate.
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Delirium
Definition
an acutely disturbed state of mind that occurs in fever, intoxication, and other disorders and is characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence of thought and speech.
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Psychotropic Medications
Definition
Any medication capable of affecting the mind, emotions, and behavior
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Ambulation
Definition
to move from place to place
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PO
Definition
Meaning by Mouth
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PRN
Definition
Meaning as needed
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Leukocytes
Definition
a colorless cell that circulates in the blood and body fluids and is involved in counteracting foreign substances and disease.
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G-Tube
Definition
is a tube inserted through the abdomen that delivers nutrition directly to the stomach.
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ADL Training
Definition
activities that are necessary for daily care of oneself and independent community living.
Term
T
Definition
Absolute Temperature.
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Pulmonologist
Definition
is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases
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Fever
Definition
an abnormally high body temperature.
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RBC
Definition
Short for red blood cells, the cells that carry oxygen and carbon dioxide through the blood.
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