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Module 1 assignmnet
Jane Doe's Medical record
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Medical
Not Applicable
01/08/2017

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Term
Hematologist
Definition
doctor that specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and, treating conditions of the blood and bone marrow
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Pulmonologist
Definition
Doctor who specializes in the treatment and diagnosis of lungs and respitory conditions and diseases
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cardiologist
Definition
doctor who specializes in the treatment, diagnosis of heart diseases and abnormalities
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Fundoscopic exam
Definition
examination of the eye to visualize the vessels in the eye. preformed by a ophthalmologist.
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Pleural effusion
Definition
build up of fluid between the layers of tissue that line the lungs and chest cavity.
Term
Delirium
Definition
disturbed state of mind that occurs in fever, intoxication and other disorders. Characterized by illusions, speech and, incoherence.
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Dementia
Definition
loss of brain function that occurs with certain diseases. Affects memory, thinking, behavior, language and, judgment.
Term
CHF
Definition
Congestive Heart Failure
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SOB
Definition
shortness of breath
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Cerumen
Definition
medical term for ear wax
Term
PERL
Definition
Pupils Active and Reactive to Light
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Cardiomyopathy
Definition
chronic disease of the heart in which the heart becomes weakened, stretched or has other structural problems.
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Psychotropic medication
Definition
Medications capable of affecting the mind, emotions, or behavior.
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ADL
Definition
Activities of Daily Living
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Dyspnea
Definition
difficult or labored breathing
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Mediastinum
Definition
membranes partition between two body cavities, usually between the lungs
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Anemia
Definition
condition marked by deficiency of the red blood cells or hemoglobin
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RAP
Definition
Rapid assessment procedure
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NAS
Definition
No Added Salt diet
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N/G or G tube
Definition
nasogastric intubation. Insertion of a plastic tube through the nose, past the throat and, into the stomach.
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