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The medical turn A&P/ A/P traditionally refers to two combinations of words, what are they called?
what is anatomy/physiology and anterior/ posterior
measures force of blood against the walls of the arteries
what is BP (blood pressure)
tearing of soft tissue
what is laceration
what is D/C (discontinue)
estimated amount of blood a patient has lost
EBL (estimated blood loss)
Meals/activities a patient can have/do with no health concerns
disease that is shown in signs if heart burn and dysphagia
what is GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease)
test that evaluates red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
what is CBC (complete blood count)
mineral known for building bones
what is Ca (calcium)
infections contracted in hospitals
what is HAI (healthcare associated infections)
presents concentration of glucose in the body
what is BS (blood sugar)
what is ICU (intensive care unit)
type of arthritis caused by inflammation
what is degenerative joint disease
to cut and drain out fluid
what is I & D ( incision and drainage)
amount a patient can tolerate
reflecting kidney function (by product of protein metabolism)
what is BUN (blood urea nitrogen)
narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries (usually started with atherosclerosis)
what is coronary artery disease
physicians who approach patients with whole body treatment and care
what is DO (osteopathic physician)
refers to low potassium
what is hypokalemia
what is ASAP
tissue that is taken and examined for malignancy (cancer)
what is biopsy
condition where heart is unable to pump blood well efficiently
what is CHF (congestive heart failure)
sensation of not being able to breath fats or deep enough
what is dyspnea on exertion
refers to improvements in healthcare places for patients to be safe
what is JCAHO (patient safety goals)