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Julia Lane
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05/14/2016

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Pulmonology
Definition
is a medical speciality that deals with diseases involving the respiratory tract.
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Hematologist
Definition
is a specialist in Hematology- the science or study of blood, blood-forming organs and blood diseases.
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Cardiologist
Definition
is a doctor with special training and skill in finding, treating and preventing diseases of the heart and blood vessels.
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Fundoscopic exam
Definition
is an exam to see live blood vessels.
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Pneumonia
Definition
lung inflammation caused by bacterial or viral infection, in which the air sacs fill with pus and may become solid.
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Delirium
Definition
is an acutely disturbed state of mind that occurs in fever, intoxication, and other disorders and is characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence of thought and speech.
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RAP
Definition
Abbreviation for Rapid Assessment Procedure
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NAS
Definition
no-added-salt diet
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BM
Definition
Abbreviation for bowel movement.
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Ischemic Cardiomyopathy (IC)
Definition
is a condition that occurs when the heart muscle is weakened.
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Hydroactive dressing
Definition
form a fluid/gel environment over the wound bed.
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Mediostinal
Definition
a median septum or partition between two parts of an organ, or paired cavities of the body.
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Edema
Definition
is swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in your body's tissues.
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Dementia
Definition
is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life.
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CHF
Definition
Congestive Heart Failure
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ADL
Definition
Activities of daily living
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SOB
Definition
Shortness of Breath
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Psychotropic medication
Definition
Is any medication capable of affecting the mind, emotions, and behavior.
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Cerumen
Definition
Earwax removal per facility protocol
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OT
Definition
Occupational Therapy
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