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Basic Abbreviations
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Define cm in medical measurement

A centimeter.

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What does C. diff cause?

Severe diarrhea and colitis

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What does CCMS refer to?

Clean‑catch midstream urine collection.

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What does cl liq mean?

Clear liquid diet.

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What is CEP ?

Competency evaluation (testing) programs

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What organ is affected in CHD?

The heart

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What is the CDC?

This national agency tracks outbreaks of diseases like flu, measles, and COVID‑19.  

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What does DAT mean?

Diet as tolerated.

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What does chol refer to?

Cholesterol

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What is CEU ?

Continuing education unit

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What does CVP measure? : What does CVP measure?

Central venous pressure

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What is CK?

This lab value may rise when muscle tissue is damaged, such as in certain infections or inflammatory diseases.  

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What is the purpose of a DRG?

To classify hospital cases for billing and reimbursement.

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What does ck mean in lab testing?

Creatine kinase.

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What is CDE

Certified diabetes educator

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What type of injury is CHI?

A closed head injury.

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What is c/o?

This abbreviation is used when a patient reports symptoms of a disease, such as “___ sore throat.”  

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What is Dr.

Doctor

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Why might a patient be placed on CBR?

 To limit movement and allow healing.


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what is Doa

 Death on arrival

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Explain how CVP helps assess fluid status.

It shows how much blood is returning to the heart, helping determine hydration and cardiac function.

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What is a CNP?

This healthcare professional may help diagnose and manage chronic diseases like diabetes or hypertension.  

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what is DOB? 

Date of birth

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What is a DO.

Doctor of osteopathy

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