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Emilee Leisten
Medical Terminology
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05/13/2016

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Term
Pleural Effusion
Definition
Excess fluid built up between thin lining outside of lungs and inside the chest cavity.
Term
Pneumonia
Definition
Infection that causes lung inflammation and fluid retention in air sacs.
Term
Blood Transfusion
Definition
Procedure done to replace lost blood or supplement needed components of blood.
Term
CBC (Complete Blood Count)
Definition
Used to test overall health and measure blood components.
Term
ADLs (Activities of Daily Living)
Definition
Daily self-care activities
Bathing, dressing, eating, transferring/mobility, toileting/continence.
Term
Dementia
Definition
A disorder that affects the brain. Causes memory loss and interferes with daily functions.
Term
CHF (Congestive Heart Failure)
Definition
Fluid builds up around the heart which affects its ability to pump blood properly.
Term
Anemia
Definition
Less than normal red blood cell count.
Decrease in RBC production.
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Dyspnea
Definition
Shortness of breath.
Term
GI
Definition
Gastrointestinal; stomach and intestines.
Term
PRN (Latn: pro re nata)
Definition
As needed.
Term
UTI
Definition
Urinary Tract Infection
Infection in the urinary system.
(Bladder, Kidneys, Urethra)
Term
CPR
Definition
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Artificial breathing and chest compression to keep oxygenated blood flowing to the brain. Used in emergency situations.
Term
Mediastinal
Definition
Referring to Mediastinum, part of the chest between the spinal column and sternum. Separates the lungs.
Term
Hydroactive
Definition
Highly absorbent. Refers to dressing used on chronic wounds to absorb fluids
Term
UA (Urinalysis)
Definition
Test evaluating a sample of urine.
Used to detect early signs of diseases and disorders.
Term
TID (Latin: ter in die)
Definition
Three times a day
Term
Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
Definition
Weakened heart muscle.
Term
EKG (Electrocardiogram)
Definition
Measurement of heart's electrical activity.
Term
Edema
Definition
Build up of excess fluid in body tissue; swelling.
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