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Andrea Morton Module 1
Medical Terminology
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08/10/2016

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Cardiologist
Definition
MD that specializes in treating the heart
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Hematologist
Definition
MD that treats blood disorders
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Pulmonologist
Definition
MD who specializes in respiratory health
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Anemia
Definition
Lack of blood
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Pleural effusion
Definition
A buildup of fluid between the tissues that line the lungs and the chest.
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PRN
Definition
as needed
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PO
Definition
twice daily
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tid
Definition
three times a day
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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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SOB
Definition
shortness of breath
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fundoscopic exam
Definition
exam in which one looks through the ophthalmoscope which is simply a light with various optical modifications, including lenses.
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Necrosis
Definition
Death of tissue
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CBC
Definition
complete blood count (blood test)
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pneumonia
Definition
Infection that inflames air sacs in one or both lungs, which may fill with fluid.
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diurese
Definition
diuresis. An increased or excessive flow of urine.
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CHF
Definition
congestive heart failure
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C/O
Definition
complains of
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qhs
Definition
nightly (at bedtime)
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MCV
Definition
mean corpuscular volume
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Hct
Definition
hematocrit
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