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Medical Terminology and Body Structure
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11/19/2016

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Hematologist
Definition
Branch of medicine concerned with the study, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases related to blood.
Term
Cardiologist
Definition
A doctor who specializes in the heart area.
Term
Pulmonologist
Definition
A physician who is specialized in the treatment and diagnosis of lung conditions and diseases.
Term
Diagnosis
Definition
The identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms.
Term
Edema
Definition
A condition in which there is an excess of watery fluid collecting in the cavities or tissues of the body.
Term
ER C/O
Definition
Emergency Room, Complains of
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PRN
Definition
An abbreviated medical term that stands for pro re nata. Means as the circumstances arises.
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PO
Definition
Abbreviation meaning by mouth, orally.
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TID
Definition
an abbreviation in Latin for ter in die, which means three times a day.
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fundoscopic
Definition
a test to see inside the fundus of the eye and other structures.
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pleural effusion
Definition
A buildup of fluid between the tissues that line the lungs and the chest.
Term
Pnemonia
Definition
A lung infection caused by bacterial or viral infection.
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Anemia
Definition
A deficiency of red blood cells or of hemoglobin in the blood.
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Blood transfusion
Definition
The process of receiving blood or blood products into one's circulation intravenously.
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EKG
Definition
Electrocardiogram, which is a test that checks for problems with the electrical activity of your heart.
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CBC
Definition
Complete blood count
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AOL'S
Definition
Acro-osteolysis, which is the resorption of the distal bony phalanges.
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Delirium
Definition
An acutely disturbed state of mind that occurs in fever, intoxication, and other disorders.
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RAP
Definition
Request for anticipated payment
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Dementia
Definition
group of thinking and social symptoms that interferes with daily functioning.
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