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11/16/2016
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Cardiologist
 Definition
Study of heart
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plural effusion
 Definition
a build up of fluid between the layers of the tissue that line the lungs
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pneumonia
 Definition
lung infection caused by bacteria
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blood transfusion
 Definition
transferring blood from one person to another
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CBC
 Definition
complete blood count, used to determine overall health
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RAP
 Definition
rapid assessment procedure
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dementia
 Definition
decline in mental ability that interferes with daily living
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Cerumen
 Definition
ear wax
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Hydroactive
 Definition
particles in a dressing that turn gel like over the wound
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BP
 Definition
blood pressure
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PA
 Definition
Pulmunary artery
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mediastinal
 Definition
a septum between two parts of an organ
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PRN
 Definition
as needed
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Vo
 Definition
visit
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SOB
 Definition
shortness of breath
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BM
 Definition
bowel movement
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CHF
 Definition
congestive heart failure
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delirium
 Definition
confusion, disorder of cognition
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ADL
 Definition
activities of daily living
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pt
 Definition
patient
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