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Jasmine Bradford
Medical Terminology
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04/06/2016

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Term
Hematology
Definition
The study of the physiology of the blood
Term
Cardiology
Definition
The study of the heart and it's functions
Term
Pneumonia
Definition
Infection of the lungs
Term
Anemia
Definition
A condition in which there's reduced delivery of oxygen tissues.
Term
Pleural Effusion
Definition
Too much fluid collects in the pleural space between the two layers of the pleura.
Term
Fundoscopy
Definition
The act of examining the funds of the eye.
Term
Q.H.S.
Definition
Quaque hora somni
Term
P.R.N.
Definition
(Pro re nata) as the occassion arises; as needed
Term
P.O.
Definition
(Per Os) by mouth daily 
Term
T.I.D.
Definition
3 Times daily
Term
Blood Transfusion
Definition
The  administration of whole blood or a component, such as packed red cells, to replace blood lost through trauma, surgery or disease.
Term
C.B.C.
Definition
Complete blood count
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Delirium
Definition
A state of mental confusion that developes quickly and usually flunctuates in intensity.
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R.A.P.
Definition
Right Atrial Pressure
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N.A.S.
Definition
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome 
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C.H.F.
Definition
Congestive Heart Failure
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A.D.L.
Definition
Activities Of Daily Living
Term
B.M.
Definition
Bowel Movement
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S.O.B.
Definition
Shortness Of Breath
Term
Dementria
Definition
A loss of mental ability severe enough to interfere with normal activities of daily living.
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