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Kristi Goss
Medical Terminology
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02/11/2017

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IM
Definition
intramuscular
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Hematologist
Definition
A hematologist is a specialist in hematology, the science or study of blood, blood-forming organs and blood diseases
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Diagnosis
Definition
the identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms
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cardi(o)-
Definition
Of or pertaining to the heart
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Pulmonologist
Definition
a person who studies or has knowledge of the lungs (Dr. specializing in lungs and/or the pulmonary system)
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SOB
Definition
shortness of breath
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TID
Definition
three times a day
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ADL
Definition
activities of daily living
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GI
Definition
Gastrointestinal
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Delirium
Definition
an acutely disturbed state of mind that occurs in fever, intoxication, and other disorders and is characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence of thought and speech.
Term
RAP
Definition
study, process of
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NAS
Definition
no added salt
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CHF
Definition
congestive heart failure
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ADL
Definition
activities of daily living
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medial
Definition
middle
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Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
Definition
When heart muscle doesn't get enough blood and oxygen.
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Dyspnea
Definition
difficult or labored breathing.
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D/T
Definition
due to
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BM
Definition
bowel movement
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PT
Definition
physical therapy
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