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medical terminology and body structure
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Medical
Undergraduate 1
02/09/2017

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Term
Hematologist
Definition
A specialist in hematology the study of blood.
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Cardiologist
Definition
A doctor who specializes in the study or treatment of heart disease and heart abnormalities
Term
SOB
Definition
Shortness of breath
Term
C/O
Definition
Complains of
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tid
Definition
Three times a day
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qhs
Definition
every bed time
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edema
Definition
A condition characterized by excess of watery fluid collecting in the cavities or tissue of the body
Term
pleural effusion
Definition
buildup of fluid between the tissues the line the lungs and chest
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pneumonia
Definition
lung inflammation caused by bacterial or viral infections in which the air sacs fil with pus and may become solid. Can be double or single
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anemia
Definition
A condition which the blood doesn't have enough healthy red blood cells
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blood transfusion
Definition
is a medical treatment that replaces lost blood from surgery, injury, or disease.
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Diurese
Definition
abnormally heavy or increased discharge of the flow of urine
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CBC
Definition
complete blood count
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EKG
Definition
electrocardiogram a test that checks for problems with the electrical activity of your heart
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ADLs
Definition
Activates of Daily living
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RAP
Definition
Right atrial pressure
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Delirium
Definition
Severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms such as confusion shaking and hallucinations.
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dementia
Definition
a type of thinking that interferes with daily functioning.
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CHF
Definition
Congestive heart failure
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HCL
Definition
Hydrochloric Acid
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