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| A-fib (atrial fibrillation) |
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| irregular and often rapid heart rate that can lead to poor blood flow |
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| AED (Automated External Defibrillator) |
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| a portable device that can detect life-threatening cardiac arrythmias and deliver an electrical shock to restore normal heart rhythm |
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| CAD (Coronary Artery Disease) |
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a surgical procedure that improves blood flow to the heart by using a healthy blood vessel from another part of the body to bypass a blocked coronary artery |
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| CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft) |
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| a surgical procedure that improves blood flow to the heart by using a healthy blood vessel from another part of the body to bypass a blocked coronary artery |
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| Card Cath, CC (cardiac catheterization) |
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| a procedure used to diagnose and treat cardiovascular conditions by inserting a thin tube (catheter) into the heart through blood vessels often used to examine blockages or perform treatments like angioplasty |
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| CVI (chronic venous insufficiency) |
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| occurs when veins in the legs don't allow blood to flow back properly to the heart, causing blood to pool in the veins |
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| EKG, ECG (electrocardiogram) |
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| a test that measures the electrical activity of the myocardium to detect abnormalities in heart rhythm, structure or function |
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| high blood pressure, occurs when the force of blood against artery walls is too high increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke and other |
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| AKA high blood pressure, occurs when the force of blood against artery walls is too high increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke and other |
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| ICD(implantable cardioverter defibrillator) |
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| implanted in the chest or abdomen to monitor heart rhythm and deliver shocks if dangerous arrhythmias are detected, preventing sudden cardiac arrest |
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| MI (Myocardial Infarction) |
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| heart attack occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle |
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| PAD (Peripheral Artery Disease) |
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| condition where narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs, commonly the legs, can cause leg pain and increase the risk of heart disease or stroke |
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| PVD (Peripheral Vascular Disease) |
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| a circulation disorder that affects blood vessels outside the heart and brain, often causing reduced blood flow to the arms and legs, leading to pain or cramping |
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| Tpa (Tissue Plasminogen Activator) |
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| a clot-dissolving medication used in the treatment of stroke or heart attack by breaking down blood clots that obstruct blood flow to viral organs |
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| TST (treadmill stress test) |
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| test that involves walking on a treadmill while monitoring heart activity to assess how the heart functions during physical stress |
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| V-fib (ventricular fibrillation) |
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| Life-threatening arrhythmia in which the lower chambers of the heart (ventricles) quiver instead of pumping blood effectively, often leading to cardiac arrest |
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| vagus nerve (a cranial nerve) |
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| a progressive neurological disorder that leads to memory loss, cognitive decline and behavioral changes |
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| ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) |
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| AKA Lou Gehrig's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord leading to muscle weakness |
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| ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) |
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| neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsiveness that interfere with daily functioning or development |
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| clear fluid that surround and protects the brain and spinal cord, providing cushioning and acting as a medium for nutrient and waste exchange |
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| CSF (cerebrospinal fluid) |
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| EEG is a diagnostic test that records electrical activity in the brain using electrodes placed on the scalp, often used to detect seizures, brain disorders, or sleep disturbances |
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| ICP (intracranial pressure) |
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| refers to the pressure inside the skull and brain, elevated ICP can result from head injury, brain swelling or other neurological conditions and can lead to serious complications if not managed |
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| LOC (level of consciousness) |
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| spinal tap, is a medical procedure in which a needle is inserted into the lower back to collect cerebrospinal fluid for diagnostic testing, often to diagnose conditions like meningitis or multiple sclerosis |
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| spinal tap, is a medical procedure in which a needle is inserted into the lower back to collect cerebrospinal fluid for diagnostic testing, often used to diagnose conditions like meningitis or multiple sclerosis |
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| multiple sclerosis is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, leading to damage to the myelin sheath that protects nerve fibers, causing symptoms such as fatigue, weakness and difficulty with coordination |
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| OCD (obsessive-compulsive-disorder) |
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| a mental health disorder characterized by recurring unwanted thoughts (obsession) and repetitive behaviors (compulsion) that a person feels driven to perform to reduce anxiety |
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| PTSD (Post-Traumatic-Stress Disorder) |
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| a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, characterized by flashbacks, secure anxiety and uncontrollable thoughts about the event |
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| uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain that can cause changes in behavior, movements, feelings or consciousness, often associated with epilepsy |
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| TIA (transient ischemic attack) |
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| a mini stroke occurs when there is a temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain causing stroke-like symptoms that resolve within a few minutes to hours without permanent damage |
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