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McKenna Mattison
Medical Terminology
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01/04/2017

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Term
Jehovah's Witness
Definition
Christian denomination that is known for refusing military service and blood transfusions. They also do not observe Christmas, Easter, and birthdays.
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Pulmonologist
Definition
Person who diagnosis and treats lung diseases
Term
prn
Definition
As needed
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edema
Definition
Swelling
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Pleural Effusion
Definition
An exudation of fluid from the blood or lymph into the pleural cavity
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SOB
Definition
Shortness of breath
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ADL
Definition
Active Daily Living
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RAP
Definition
Right Atrial Pressure
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Dementia
Definition
Brain disease that causes a long term and often gradual decrease in the ability to think and remember.
Term
NAS
Definition
No Added Salt
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CHF
Definition
Congestive Heart Failure
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Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
Definition
Condition that occurs when the heart muscle is weakened. Caused by the narrowing of the coronary arteries.
Term
PERL
Definition
Pupils Equal Reactive to Light
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Mediastinal
Definition
Of or pertaining to the mediastinum. Mediastinum= mass of tissues and organs separating the sternum from the vertebral column, i.e. heart, lymph nodes, blood vessels, etc.
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Anemia
Definition
Low hemoglobin level
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EKG
Definition
Electrocardiogram, it traces the heart's electrical action
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po
Definition
By mouth
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qhs
Definition
q=every hs=hour of sleep qhs=every night at bedtime
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tid
Definition
3 times per day
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