Hematologist

A doctor who speacializes in the study, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases related to the blood.

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SOB

stands for "shortness of breath"

Edema

a condition characterized by an excess of watery fluid collecting in the tissues of the body

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C/O

stands for "complains of"

Pleural Effusion

a condition in which excess fluid builds around the lung

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EKG

stands for electrocardiogram

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ADLs

stands for "activities of daily living"

Delirium

an acutely disturbed state of mind that can occur during fever, intoxication,and other disorders that can be characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence.

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CHF

stands for congestive heart failure

Ischemic Cardiomyopathy

a term used when a patient's heart can no longer pump enough blood to the rest of their body due to coronary artery disease.

Dyspnea

difficult or labored breathing

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UTI

stands for urinary tract infection; which is an infection that effects parts of the urinary tract.

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LOA

stands for "leave of absence"

Lateral

the side of the body or pertaining to the outer side of a certain body part.

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PA

stands for poster-anterior; meaning from back to front.

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CPR

stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation

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OT

stands for " occupational therapy"

G-Tube

gastrostomy tube; a tube inserted through the abdomen that delivers food directly to the stomach.

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HCL

stands for "hydrochloride"; or the acid form of a perscription medication.

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CBC

stands for " complete blood count"