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Nyagua Kuoth
Medical terminology
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10/09/2016
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Term
Pulmonologist
 Definition
medical specialist that deals with diseases involving respiratory tract
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pleural effusion
 Definition
condition in which excess fluids builds around the lung
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edema
 Definition
swelling caused by excess fluids
Term
PRN
 Definition
when needed/necessary
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PO
 Definition
pass orally
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C/O
 Definition
complains of
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bilateral
 Definition
relating to affecting both sides
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CBC
 Definition
complete blood count
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SOB
 Definition
shortness of breath
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tid
 Definition
three times daily
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qhs
 Definition
daily at bedtime
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diuresis
 Definition
increased production of urine
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CHF
 Definition
congestive heart faillure
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deterioration
 Definition
the process of becoming progressively worse
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psychotropic
 Definition
relating to drugs that affect the mental state
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LOA
 Definition
leave of absence
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OT
 Definition
occupational therapy
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PERL
 Definition
pupils equal and reactive to light
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ADL
 Definition
activities of daily living
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GI
 Definition
refers to the stomach and small intestine
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