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Rachelle Kennedy
Jane Dare, assignment one
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Medical
Undergraduate 1
10/09/2016

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Term
Pulmonologist
Definition
A person who studied to be able to treat problems that accrue with the lungs.
Term
C/O
Definition
Complaint Of
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Edema
Definition
Condition of abnormally large amounts of fluid found in the tissues between cells.
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tid
Definition
Three times a day
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prn
Definition
As needed
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fundoscopic
Definition
A device that allows one to view the inner eye through the pupil
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pleural effusion
Definition
Build up of fluid around the lungs
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CBC
Definition
Complete Blood Count
Used to detect a wide range of disorders and evaluate overall health
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SOB
Definition
Shortness of Breath
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ADL
Definition
Activities of Daily Living
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Delirium
Definition
A disturbance of the mind that results in decreased awareness of one's environment and confused thinking. Onset happens quickly.
Term
NAS
Definition
No Added Salt
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CHF
Definition
Congestive Heart Failure
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cardiomyopathy
Definition
Disease of the muscles in the heart.
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psychotropic
Definition
Mood altering drug that affects behavior and perception
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ischemic cardiomyopathy
Definition
Loss or weakening of the heart muscles caused by ischemia. Ischemia is a result of coronary artery disease and heart attacks.
Term
GI
Definition
Used to abbreviate gastrointestinal
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Cerumen
Definition
Earwax
Term
PRN
Definition
When necessary
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G-Tube
Definition
Gastrostomy Tube, which is used to inserted into the abdomen to deliver nutritions directly to the stomach.
Term
mediastinal
Definition
The central part of the Thoracic Cavity between the lungs and extends from the sternum to the spinal column. Contains heart, thymus, esophagus, trachea, and a number of large blood vessels.
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