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Valerie Camacho
Medical Terminology
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10/08/2016

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Hematologist
Definition
a specialist in hematology, the science or study of blood, blood-forming organs and blood diseases.
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PA
Definition
A physician assistant;
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Pneumonia
Definition
Inflammation of one or both lungs, with dense areas of lung inflammation.
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Mediastinal
Definition
he partition separating the right and left thoracic cavities, formed of the two inner pleural walls, and, in humans, comprising all the viscera of the thorax except the lungs.
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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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pleural effusion
Definition
is an abnormal amount of fluid around the lung.
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Hydroactive
Definition
activated by water
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tid
Definition
abbv. for three times a day
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po
Definition
abbv.means "by mouth"
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prn
Definition
abbv means "when needed"
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Dementia
Definition
a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking and social abilities severely enough to interfere with daily functioning.
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SOB
Definition
abbv. shortness of breath
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EKG
Definition
abbv. electrocardiogram;a test that checks for problems with the electrical activity of your heart
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RAP
Definition
Abbv. for Rapid Assessment Process
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Delirium
Definition
A sudden state of severe confusion and rapid changes in brain function, sometimes associated with hallucinations and hyperactivity
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NAS
Definition
abbv. No Added Salt (dietary)
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ADL
Definition
abbv. activities of daily living
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Cardiomypathy
Definition
disease of the heart muscle
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GI
Definition
abbreviation for gastrointestinal,
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Diarrhea
Definition
is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements, an increase in the looseness of stool or both
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