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Marenis Irizarry
medical terminology
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08/13/2016

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Hematologist
Definition
A specialist in hematology; the study of blood, blood-forming organs and blood diseases.
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Edema
Definition
Swelling caused by fluid retention- excess fluid is trapped in the body's tissues.
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tid (on prescription)
Definition
three times daily
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Pleural Effusion
Definition
A buildup of fluid between the tissue that line the lungs and the chest.
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CBC
Definition
Complete blood count
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ADLs
Definition
Activities of daily living
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Delirium
Definition
Serious disturbance in mental abilities that result in confused thinking and reduces awareness of surroundings.
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RAP
Definition
Rapid assessment process
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CHF
Definition
Congestive heart failure
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SOB
Definition
Shortness of breath
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PRN
Definition
When necessary
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G-tube
Definition
gastrostomy tube; it's a tube inserted through the abdomen that delivers nutrition directly to the stomach.
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Bilateral
Definition
On both sides
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Diagnosis
Definition
It's the process of determining which disease or condition explains a persons symptoms and signs.
Term
Cardiologist
Definition
Heart doctor
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ologist
Definition
refers to someone who studies some area.
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C/O
Definition
Complaint of
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Crackles
Definition
They are abnormal lung sounds characterized by discontinuous clicking or rattling sounds.
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Anemia
Definition
The condition of having less than normal number of red blood cells or less then the normal quantity of hemoglobin in the blood.
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EKG
Definition
Electrocardiogram; it's a test that checks for problems with the electrical activity of your heart.
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