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07/18/2016

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Hematologist
Definition
A physician trained and experienced in hematology, that is, skilled in performing diagnostic examinations of blood and bone marrow, or in treatment of such diseases, or both.
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Cardiologist
Definition
a physician skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease.
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Pulmonologist
Definition
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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Congestive heart failure
Definition
A chronic condition in which the heart doesn't pump blood as well as it should.
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Pleural effusion
Definition
the build-up of excess fluid between the layers of the pleura outside the lungs.
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pneumonia
Definition
lung inflammation caused by bacterial or viral infection, in which the air sacs fill with pus and may become solid.
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Anemia
Definition
a decrease in the amount of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood.
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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
3 times a day.
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QHS
Definition
every hour.
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PRN
Definition
when necessary.
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PO
Definition
by mouth.
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Funduscopic examination
Definition
routine part of every doctor's examination of the eye, not just the ophthalmologist's. It consists exclusively of inspection.
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Blood transfusion
Definition
the process of transferring the blood of a person into the veins of another.
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EKG
Definition
An electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) is a test that checks for problems with the electrical activity of your heart.
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CBC
Definition
complete blood count.
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ADLs
Definition
(activities of daily living) The things we normally do in daily living including any daily activity we perform for self-care.
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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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RAP
Definition
rapid assessment procedure.
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Dementia
Definition
general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Memory loss is an example.
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NAS
Definition
no added salt.
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CHS
Definition
cannulated hip screw.
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BM
Definition
bone marrow or bowel movement.
Term
Ischemic cardiomyopathy
Definition
a condition that occurs when the heart muscle is weakened. In this condition, the left ventricle, which is the main heart muscle, is usually enlarged and dilated. This condition can be a result of a heart attack or coronary artery disease, a narrowing of the arteries.
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PT
Definition
prothrombin time physical therapy (physiotherapy)
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VO
Definition
verbal order.
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fever
Definition
an abnormally high body temperature, usually accompanied by shivering, headache, and in severe instances, delirium.
Term
cerumen
Definition
also known as earwax is a yellowish waxy substance secreted in the ear canal of humans and other mammals. It protects the skin of the human ear canal, assists in cleaning and lubrication, and also provides some protection from bacteria, fungi, insects and water.
Term
dyspnea
Definition
difficult or labored breathing.
Term
GI
Definition
commonly used abbreviation for gastrointestinal, referring collectively to the stomach and the small and large intestine.
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IM
Definition
internal medicine.
Term
D/T
Definition
Delirium tremens. Severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms such as shaking, confusion, and hallucinations.
Term
ML
Definition
milliliter.
Term
UTI
Definition
Urinary tract infection, An infection in any part of the urinary system, the kidneys, bladder, or urethra.
Term
UA
Definition
urinalysis unstable angina.
Term
OT
Definition
occupational therapy.
Term
hydroactive dressing
Definition
Wafer-type dressings that contain hydroactive particles which, when in contact with wound exudate, form a fluid/gel environment over the wound bed.
Term
LOA
Definition
left occipitoanterior (fetal position) lysis of adhesions
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NG
Definition
nasogastric.
Term
G-tube
Definition
A gastrostomy tube is a tube inserted through the abdomen that delivers nutrition directly to the stomach.
Term
TO
Definition
Telephone order.
Term
CPR
Definition
stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It is an emergency lifesaving procedure that is done when someone's breathing or heartbeat has stopped.
Term
T
Definition
thoracic vertebrae.
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R
Definition
respiration.
Term
P
Definition
pulse.
Term
BP
Definition
Blood pressure.
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PERL
Definition
pupils equal and reactive to light.
Term
PA
Definition
posterior–anterior, posteroanterior pulmonary artery physician assistant psoriatic arthritis primary aldosteronism
Term
Lateral
Definition
In anatomy, the side of the body or a body part that is farther from the middle or center of the body. Typically, lateral refers to the outer side of the body part, but it is also used to refer to the side of a body part.
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Bilateral
Definition
both sides.
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mediastinal
Definition
area between the lungs that contains the heart, esophagus and thymus.
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