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02/09/2011

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Term
AAA
Definition
abdominal aortic aneurysm
Term
ABD
Definition
abdomen
Term
Abduction
Definition
Movement away from the midline
Term
Accessory muscle use
Definition
Struggling for breath using muscles in the neck
Term
Adduction
Definition
Movement toward the midline
Term
Adenopathy
Definition
Enlargement of lymph nodes
Term
Adnexa
Definition
Ovaries and fallopian tubes
Term
AED
Definition
Automatic External Defibrillator
Term
Afebrile
Definition
Without fever
Term
A fib
Definition
Atrial fibrillation
Term
Albuterol
Definition
An inhaled or oral medication to relieve asthma
Term
ALOC
Definition
Altered Level of Consciousness
Term
Ambulatory
Definition
Can walk
Term
Amoxicillin
Definition
A common antibiotic given to kids
Term
AMS
Definition
Altered mental status
Term
Aneurysm
Definition
Any abnormal widening of a blood vessel
Term
Angina
Definition
Chest pain due to lack of blood flow to heart muscle
Term
Angioplasty
Definition
Opening of an artery (usually in the heart) with a wire dillator, usually followed by stent placement to keep it open
Term
Anion gap
Definition
A blood test that suggests and unmeasured acid is in the blood
Term
Anisocoria
Definition
Unequal pupil size
Term
Anterior
Definition
Front
Term
Appendectomy
Definition
Surgical removal of the appendix
Term
Arrhythmia
Definition
Abnormal heart rhythm
Term
Artery
Definition
Blood vessel carrying blood away from the heart
Term
Arthralgia
Definition
Pain in the joint without swelling or warmth
Term
Articulation
Definition
Connection between bones
Term
ASA
Definition
Asprin
Term
Atelectasis
Definition
Partial collapse of the small airways in the lungs
Term
Atrial flutter/fibrillation
Definition
A very fast irregular arrhythmia of the heart, needs slowing or conversion
Term
Augmentin
Definition
A common antibiotic for ears, bites, skin
Term
Avulsion
Definition
A forcible tearing away from a part or structure
Term
Axilla
Definition
Underarm
Term
Azithromycin
Definition
A common antibiotic for lung infection
Term
BCP
Definition
Birth Control Pill
Term
Beta Blocker
Definition
Group of drugs that slow heart rate and lower BP
Term
BIB
Definition
Brought In By
Term
BID
Definition
Twice per day (refers to Rx)
Term
BLE
Definition
Bilateral lower extremities
Term
Bradycardia
Definition
Abnormally slow heart beat
Term
Bradypnea
Definition
Abnormally slow breathing
Term
Brudzinski's sign
Definition
Sign of meningitis
Term
Bruit
Definition
A murmur or sound heard in auscultation indicating narrowing of vessel
Term
BSO
Definition
Bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy (removal of ovary and fallopian tube)
Term
BTL
Definition
Bilateral tubal ligation (surgical closure of fallopian tube)
Term
BUE
Definition
Bilateral Upper Extremities
Term
C/O
Definition
Complains of
Term
C/w
Definition
Consistent with
Term
CA
Definition
Cancer
Term
CABG or CABS (cardiac bypass)
Definition
Open heart surgery involving arterial bypass using a transplanted vein
Term
CAD (coronary artery disease)
Definition
Abnormal narrowing of the blood vessel of the heart, predisposing to heart attacks
Term
Cardiac catheterization (angiogram)
Definition
Passage of a catheter into the heart through an artery usually done to evaluate coronary artery blood flow
Term
Cardiomegaly
Definition
Enlargement of the heart
Term
Carotid bruit
Definition
Noise from carotid artery narrowing heard by stethoscope
Term
c-dif
Definition
Clostridium difficile (bacteria)
Term
Cellulitis
Definition
Infection of the skin characterized by erythema (redness/rash),warmth, tenderness
Term
Cerumen
Definition
Earwax
Term
Cervical
Definition
Pertaining to the neck or to the cervix of the uterus (same word!!!)
Term
Cholecystitis
Definition
Inflammation of the gallbladder
Term
Cholelithiasis
Definition
Gallstone formation in the gallbladder
Term
Cipro
Definition
A common antibiotic, especially for lung, urine, kids
Term
Cirrhosis
Definition
Inflammation of a liver resulting in scarring and loss of function
Term
Clubbing
Definition
Swelling and softening of the nailbed indicating chronic lung problem
Term
CMT
Definition
Cervical Motion Tenderness
Term
Colectomy
Definition
Surgical removal of part of all of the large intestine
Term
Conjunctiva
Definition
White part of the eye and inside lining of the eyelids
Term
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Definition
Lung problem resulting in shortness of breath, usually from smoking
Term
Cornea
Definition
Transparent coat of the eyeball that covers the iris and pupil
Term
Costovetebral angle tenderness (CVA tenderness)
Definition
Tenderness posteriorly at the lower rib margins
Term
CP
Definition
Chest pain
Term
Creatinine
Definition
Blood test measuring kidney function
Term
Crepitus
Definition
A crackling or grating sound, usually of bones
Term
CSF
Definition
Cerebrospinal fluid
Term
CVA (Cerebral vascular accident or stroke)
Definition
Death of brain matter from loss of blood supply
Term
CW
Definition
Chest wall
Term
Cyanosis
Definition
Blue skin due to lack of oxygen
Term
Cyanotic
Definition
Bluish skin color due to lack of oxygenation
Term
D&C
Definition
Drainage and curettage
Term
D5W
Definition
An IV solution that has only 5% sugar in it
Term
DDD
Definition
Degenerative disk disease
Term
Debridement
Definition
Removal of dead or contaminated tissue from a wound
Term
Decubitus
Definition
Pressure sore on skin
Term
Deep
Definition
Farther from the surface
Term
Dentition
Definition
The condition of the teeth
Term
Dermis
Definition
True skin, beneath epidermis
Term
Diabetes Mellitus
Definition
Disease characterized by abnormally high blood sugar
Term
Diaphoresis
Definition
Sweaty
Term
Diaphoresis
Definition
Excessive or profuse sweating or perspiration
Term
Differential Diagnosis
Definition
A list of possible diagnosis to explain a set of symptoms
Term
Diluadid
Definition
A common narcotic used iv
Term
Diltiazem
Definition
A common medication used to slow heart rate
Term
Distal
Definition
Farther from the limb root
Term
DJD
Definition
Degenerative joint disease
Term
DKA
Definition
Diabetes Ketoacidosis
Term
Dopamine
Definition
Drug used to raise blood pressure in shock
Term
Dorsiflexion
Definition
Upward flexion of the foot
Term
Dullness on percussion
Definition
Sign of solid fluid or mass under area being "tapped"
Term
DVT (Deep Venus Thrombosis)
Definition
Clot in the deep vein of the leg or arm
Term
Dysmenorrhea
Definition
Painful menstruation
Term
Dyspareunia
Definition
Painful intercourse
Term
Dyspepsia
Definition
Indigestion
Term
Ecchymosis
Definition
Bruising
Term
EF
Definition
Ejection fraction
Term
EGD
Definition
Upper Endoscopy
Term
EMS
Definition
Emergency Medical Services
Term
Endometriosis
Definition
Presence of functioning endometrial tissue outside of the uterus
Term
EOMI
Definition
Extraocular movements intact
Term
Everted
Definition
Rolled outward
Term
Exopthalmus
Definition
Bulging eyes, often from thyroid disease
Term
Extension
Definition
Straightening out
Term
External
Definition
Outside
Term
Extrasystoles
Definition
Extra beats of the heart
Term
f/u
Definition
follow up
Term
FHR
Definition
Fetal Heart Rate
Term
FHT
Definition
Fetal Heart Tones
Term
Flexion
Definition
Bending or angulation
Term
Friction rub
Definition
Abnormal heart or lung sound
Term
Funduscopic
Definition
exam of back of the eye
Term
G_P_A
Definition
grava (pregnancies), para (live births), abortions (spontaneous or induced)
Term
Gallop
Definition
Extra heart sound heard common in CHF
Term
GCS
Definition
Glasow Coma Scale
Term
GIB
Definition
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Term
Gravid
Definition
Being pregnant
Term
GSW
Definition
Gun Shot Wound
Term
Guarding
Definition
Involuntary tightening of stomach muscles when pushed on - patient cannot control this - due to irritation of lining of abdominal cavity
Term
HCTZ
Definition
Hydrochlorothiazide - "water pill" used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention
Term
Hemangioma
Definition
Tumor consisting of blood vessels
Term
Hematemesis
Definition
Vomiting of blood
Term
Hematochezia
Definition
Bright red blood in the stool
Term
Hematoma
Definition
Swelling of blood which occurs in an organ or tissue
Term
Hematuria
Definition
Blood in the urine
Term
Heme negative
Definition
No blood detected by chemical test, usually referring to stool or urine
Term
Hemiplegia
Definition
Weakness on one half of body
Term
Hemoptysis
Definition
Coughing up blood
Term
Hemorrhage
Definition
Excessive or profuse bleeding
Term
Hemothorax
Definition
Blood fluid present in the pleural cavity (outside the lung but in the chest cavity)
Term
Hepatomegaly
Definition
Enlarged liver
Term
Hepatosplenomegaly
Definition
Enlargement of the liver and spleen
Term
HH
Definition
Hiatal Hernia
Term
Hyperlipidemia
Definition
Elevation of cholesterol and or triglycerides in the blood
Term
Hypertension
Definition
Persistently high or arterial blood pressure
Term
Hypotention
Definition
Persistently low arterial blood pressure
Term
Hysterectomy
Definition
Surgical removal of the uterus
Term
IBS
Definition
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Term
ICH
Definition
Intracranial hemorrhage
Term
Ileus
Definition
Bowel lacks normal contractions, usually shows as air fluid levels on xrays
Term
Induration
Definition
Hardened tissue, often from infection
Term
Infarct
Definition
Cessation of the blood flow causing tissue death
Term
Inferior
Definition
Lower, farther from head
Term
Inguinal
Definition
Pertaining to the groin region
Term
Internal
Definition
Inside
Term
Intervertebral disk
Definition
Structure lying between the bony vertebral bodies
Term
Inverted
Definition
Rolled inward
Term
Irregularly irregular rhythm
Definition
No consistent pattern to the heart rhythm, usually implying atrial fibrillation
Term
Ischemia
Definition
Temporary and localized lack of blood flow
Term
IUP
Definition
Intraunterine pregnancy
Term
IVC
Definition
Inferior Vena Cava
Term
Jaundice
Definition
Yellow discoloration of the skin
Term
Joint
Definition
Articulation or junction between two or more bones or cartilage
Term
JVD
Definition
Jugular vein distention
Term
Keloid
Definition
Scar formation consisting of dense tissue
Term
Kernig's sign
Definition
Sign of meningitis
Term
Lacrimal
Definition
Pertaining to tears
Term
LAFB
Definition
Left Anterior Fascicular Block
Term
Lateral
Definition
Farther from the midline
Term
LBBB
Definition
Left Bundle Branch Block
Term
Leukocyte esterase
Definition
Chemical test to detect possible infection in urine
Term
Ligament
Definition
Fibrous tissue, binding bones together
Term
Lingual
Definition
Pertaining to the tongue
Term
Lipase
Definition
Blood test measuring pancreas activity
Term
LLE
Definition
Left Lower Extremity
Term
LLQ
Definition
Left Lower Quadrant
Term
LNMP
Definition
Last normal Menstrual Period
Term
LOC
Definition
Loss of consciousness
Term
LUE
Definition
Left Upper Extremity
Term
LUQ
Definition
Left Upper Quadrant
Term
LVH
Definition
Left Ventricular Hypertrophy
Term
Lymphadenopathy
Definition
Enlargement of the lymph nodes
Term
Lymthangitis
Definition
Infection traveling up lymphatic system
Term
Macule
Definition
Small colored spot on skin
Term
Malaise
Definition
Generalized discomfort or weakness
Term
Malleolus
Definition
Projections on either side of the ankle joint from the lower leg bones
Term
Malocclusion
Definition
Teeth dont fit together
Term
Mandible
Definition
Jaw bone
Term
Mass
Definition
Any firm abnormality seen or palpated on physical exam
Term
Mastectomy
Definition
Surgical excision of the breast
Term
Maxalt
Definition
A migraine medication
Term
Maxilla
Definition
Cheek, or structures near cheek
Term
MCA or MCC
Definition
Motorcycle accident
Term
Medial
Definition
Nearer to the midline
Term
Melena
Definition
Black tarry stool
Term
Meningismus
Definition
Stiff neck
Term
MI
Definition
Myocardial infarction
Term
Morphine
Definition
A common narcotic used IV
Term
MRA
Definition
Magnetic resonance angiogram
Term
MRSA/VRSA
Definition
Two types of very resistant bacteria
Term
Murmur
Definition
Abnormal heart sound rated on 1 to 6 scales, 6 being the loudest
Term
MVA
Definition
Motor Vehicle Accident
Term
Myalgia
Definition
Muscular pain
Term
Myocardial infarction
Definition
Heart atack (coronary artery occulded)
Term
Nares
Definition
Nostrils
Term
Neuralgia
Definition
Sharp pain along the course of a nerve
Term
Nitroglycerine
Definition
Dilates blood vessels, used with heart pain
Term
NL
Definition
Normal
Term
Norco
Definition
An oral narcotic, identical to Vicodin
Term
Normal Saline
Definition
An IV fluid that is equimolar to blood
Term
NSAID
Definition
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory
Term
NSR
Definition
Normal sinus rhythm
Term
NSVD
Definition
Normal spontaneous delivery
Term
NTG
Definition
Nitroglycerine
Term
Nystagmus
Definition
Involuntary rapid eye movements
Term
Occiput
Definition
Back part of the skull
Term
Olecranon
Definition
Bony projection of ulna forming the point of the elbow
Term
Oophorectomy
Definition
Surgical removal of ovaries
Term
OOT/OOA
Definition
Out of Town/Area
Term
Organomegaly
Definition
Enlargement of the abdominal organs, usually spleen, liver, or kidneys
Term
Os
Definition
Mouth, orfice
Term
OTC
Definition
Over the counter
Term
Pallor
Definition
Paleness of skin
Term
Palmer or Valor
Definition
Palm side of hand or body
Term
Palpable
Definition
Able to be touched or easily perceived
Term
Parethesia
Definition
Abnormal tactile senstion often described as burning, tingling, or numbness
Term
PAT
Definition
Paroxysmal Atrial Tachycardia
Term
PE (pulmonary embolus)
Definition
Clot in the lung, often arising from leg veins or pelvis
Term
Pedal Edema
Definition
Water retention in the foot/ankle area
Term
Peritonsillar abscess
Definition
Abscess that forms behind the tonsil
Term
Petechia
Definition
Tiny red spot occuring on the skin caused by a small amount of subcutaneous bleeding from the capillaries
Term
Pharynx
Definition
Back of the throat extending up to the nose and down to the vocal cords
Term
Photophobia
Definition
Abnormal intolerance to light
Term
Plantar
Definition
Sole side of foot
Term
Plantar flexion
Definition
Downward flexion of the foot
Term
PMD/PCP
Definition
Primary Care Doctor
Term
PMI displaced laterally
Definition
Sign of enlarged heart
Term
Pneumothorax
Definition
Abnormal presence of air in the pleural space (chest cavity) and outside of the lung causing the lung to collapse
Term
Posterior/Dorsal
Definition
Back of body
Term
PRN
Definition
As needed (refers to Rx)
Term
Prolonged expirations
Definition
Indicates airway narrowing on expiration, common in asthma
Term
Prominent abdominal aortic pulsation
Definition
Possible abdominal aortic aneurysm
Term
Prone
Definition
Face down
Term
Proximal
Definition
Nearer to the limb root
Term
PSVT
Definition
Paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia
Term
Pt
Definition
Patient
Term
Pulmonary
Definition
Related to lung
Term
Purulent
Definition
Consisting of puss
Term
PVC
Definition
Premature ventricular contraction
Term
PVD
Definition
Peripheral vascular disease
Term
Q
Definition
Every (refers to Rx)
Term
Q4H
Definition
Every 4 hours (refers to Rx)
Term
QD
Definition
Everyday (refers to Rx)
Term
RA
Definition
Rheumatoid arthritis
Term
Rales
Definition
Clicking, rattling, or crackling noises heard in the lungs on inhalation, indicating fluid on the alveoli (sign of pneumonia or heart failure)
Term
RBBB
Definition
Right Bundle Branch Block
Term
Rebound
Definition
Pain when releasing hand from abdomnial palpation or from other movement
Term
Retractions
Definition
Sucking in between ribs or sternum, during inspiration - usually children
Term
Rhinorrhea
Definition
Thin, water discharge from the nose
Term
Rhonchi
Definition
A coarse sound in the lungs that indicates the precense of thick fluid
Term
Rhonchi
Definition
Abnormal respiratory sound heard on auscultation
Term
RLE
Definition
Right Lower Extremity
Term
RLQ
Definition
Right Lower Quadrant
Term
Rocephin
Definition
A common IV antibiotic
Term
ROM
Definition
Range of Motion
Term
Romberg's sign
Definition
Falling to one side standing with eyes closed
Term
RUE
Definition
Right Upper Extremity
Term
RUQ
Definition
Right Upper Quadrant
Term
RVR
Definition
Rapid Ventricular Response
Term
S/P
Definition
Status Post
Term
SAB
Definition
Spontaneous Abortion
Term
SAH
Definition
Subarachnoid Henorrhage
Term
Sclera
Definition
The layer under the white part of the eye
Term
SDH
Definition
Subdural hemorrhage
Term
Sepsis
Definition
Presence of pathological microorganisms or their toxins in the blood
Term
Shaft
Definition
Long, slender portion of a long bone
Term
SNF
Definition
Skilled nursing facility
Term
SOB
Definition
Shortness of breath
Term
Splenectomy
Definition
Surgical removal of the spleen
Term
Splenomegaly
Definition
Enlarged spleen
Term
Splinting
Definition
Not moving because of pain
Term
Sputum
Definition
Spittle, any mixed matter with saliva that is expectorated through the mouth
Term
Status epilepticus
Definition
Continuous seizure activity
Term
Stellate
Definition
Star-shaped
Term
Stenosis
Definition
Narrowing of a body opening or passage
Term
Stridor
Definition
Harsh or high-pitched respiratory sound, caused by obstruction of upper airway passages
Term
Stridor
Definition
High pitched sound heard on inspiration that is indicative of airway obstruction
Term
Superficial
Definition
Nearer to the surface
Term
Superior
Definition
Upper, nearer to head
Term
Supine
Definition
Face up
Term
Supraventricular
Definition
Arising from the atria of the ear
Term
SVT
Definition
Supraventricular tachycardia
Term
Syncope
Definition
Loss of consciousness
Term
T&A
Definition
Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy
Term
TAB
Definition
Therapeutic abortion
Term
Tachycardia
Definition
Abnormal rapid heart rate
Term
Tachycardia
Definition
Fast heart rate
Term
Tachypnea
Definition
Extremely rapid respiration
Term
TAH
Definition
Total Abdominal Hysterectomy
Term
TC
Definition
Traffic collision
Term
TGA
Definition
Transient global amnesia
Term
TGN
Definition
Trigeminal neuralgia
Term
Thoracotomy
Definition
Surgical opening of the chest cavity
Term
Thyroid
Definition
Gland in front of the windpipe that makes thyriod hormones
Term
Thyromegaly
Definition
Enlarged thyroid
Term
TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack)
Definition
"Minor stroke", neurological function is regained with time
Term
Tinea
Definition
Superficial fungal infection of the skin
Term
Tinnitis
Definition
Ringing of the ears
Term
Tonsillectomy
Definition
Surgical excision of the tonsils
Term
Torsion
Definition
The twisting of a bodily organ on its own axis (usually pertaining to an ovary or testicle
Term
TPA (Tissue Plasminogen Activator)
Definition
Drug that immediately dissolves clots
Term
Troponin
Definition
Test done to indicate recent heart attack
Term
TTP
Definition
Tenderness to palpation
Term
Turgor
Definition
Condition of being distended or swollen
Term
TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate)
Definition
Procedure to remove prostatic tissue preformed using an endoscope passed through the urethra
Term
URI
Definition
Upper Respitory Infection
Term
Urinary Retention
Definition
Large bladder due to obstruction
Term
Uriticaria
Definition
Hives or wheals, either redder or paler than the surrounding area and are often itchy
Term
Vancomycin
Definition
A common IV antibiotic given for skin infection
Term
Vein
Definition
Vessel carrying deoxygenated blood back to the heart
Term
Vertebral Point Tenderness
Definition
Tenderness directly over spine
Term
Vertigo
Definition
A spinning sensation caused by an inner ear problem
Term
Vestibulitis
Definition
Inflammation of balance mechanism is the inner ear causing dizziness
Term
Vicodin
Definition
An oral narcotic, identical to Norco
Term
VSS
Definition
Vital Signs Stable
Term
w/
Definition
With
Term
w/o
Definition
Without
Term
w/u
Definition
Work up
Term
WBC
Definition
White Blood Cells including leukocytes, monocytes, and others
Term
Wheal
Definition
Round, localized area of edema on the skin attended by severe itching
Term
Wheezing
Definition
High pitched whistling sound of air moving through narrowed airways
Term
Xopenex
Definition
An inhaled medication to releive asthma
Term
Zofran
Definition
A common anti-nausea medication
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