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Kennedi Freetly
Medical Terminology
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11/12/2016

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Jehovah's Witness
Definition
Christian movement founded by Charles Taze Russell in the late 1870s.
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Pulmonologist
Definition
A physician who specializes in the research and treatment of pulmonary lung conditions.
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Hematologist
Definition
Physician who specializes in conditions related to blood.
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Cardiologist
Definition
Physician who specializes in the study of conditions of the heart.
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Diagnosis
Definition
Identifying the nature or problems of an illness by examining its symptoms.
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Edema
Definition
Excess of water fluids in cavities or tissues of the body.
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C/O
Definition
Referring to the patients complaints. "Complains Of"
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SOB
Definition
Stands for Shortness of Breath.
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tid
Definition
refers to "Three Times a Day."
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prn
Definition
Abbreviation for the latin phrase "Pro re nata" Meaning as the circumstance arises. Otherwise stated; use when necessary.
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po
Definition
Refers to latin phrase "Per Os" which means; by the opening. In other words to take orally.
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qhs
Definition
Refers to the latin phrase "Quaque Hora Somni" meaning to take at bedtime.
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fundoscopic
Definition
Eye exam which uses an ophthalmoscope to see into the Fundus of the eye.
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Pleural Effusion
Definition
excess fluid build up in pleural space that divides the lungs and ribs.
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Diuresis
Definition
increased production of urine.
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EKG
Definition
Electrocardiogram; test that looks for problems with the electrical activity of the heart.
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CBC
Definition
Stands for "Complete Blood Count"
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ADL
Definition
Stands for activities of daily living.
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Dementia
Definition
Chronic mental disorder caused by disease or injury resulting in memory loss, impaired judgement, or personality changes.
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NAS
Definition
No-Added-Salt diet.
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