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Nicole Bevins
Medical Terminology
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10/08/2016

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Hematologist
Definition
A specialist of hematology, the study of blood, blood forming organs, and blood diseases.
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Pulmonologist
Definition
A specialist in the field of pulmonary (lung) disease.
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Cardiologist
Definition
A specialist in the structure, function, and disorders of the heart.
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Diagnosis
Definition
The identification of an illness by an examination of the symptoms.
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ER
Definition
(Abbreviation) Emergency Room
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C/O
Definition
(Abbreviation) Complains Of
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SOB
Definition
(Abbreviation) Shortness of Breath
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Edema
Definition
Swelling
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TID
Definition
(Abbreviation) Three times per day
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QHS
Definition
(Abbreviation) Every bedtime
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PRN
Definition
(Abbreviation) When necessary
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PO
Definition
(Abbreviation) By mouth
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Pleural Effusion
Definition
A collection of fluid around the lung.
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Pneumonia
Definition
Inflammation of the lungs with congestion.
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Anemia
Definition
A decrease in the number of circulating red blood cells.
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Blood Transfusion
Definition
The transfer of blood or blood products from one person (donor) to another (recipient).
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EKG
Definition
(Abbreviation) Electrocardiogram, a test that records electrical signals traveling through the heart.
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CBC
Definition
(Abbreviation) Complete blood count (blood test)
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ADLs
Definition
(Abbreviation) Activities of Daily Living
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Delirium
Definition
A mental state of confusion in which you are unable to think or speak clearly. It can occur as a result of injury, illness, or intoxication.
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