Purple
GI
gastrointestinal
ENT
Ears, Nose, Throat
Fahrenheit
Sprain
joint being pushed outside of normal range, leading to joint and ligament damage
SX: pain, swelling and bruising around joint with decreased mobility
TX: RICE- REST, ICE, COMPRESSION, ELEVATION
Acetaminophen
analgesics and antipyretic- relieves pain and reduces fever
DNR
Do not resuscitate
Dx
Diagnosis
fx
Osteoporosis
bone loss, the pores of the bones become larger making them more prone to fracture.
SX: no symptoms typically just increased fractures
TX: medications can slow bone loss
Acyclovir
antiviral- kills viruses
DOB
date of birth
ED
emergency department
ECG, EKG
electrocardiogram
Osteoarthritis
breakdown of cartilage and changes in synovial membrane
sx: pain with movement in specific joint, stiffness, lack of flexibility
tx: PT, exercise, steroids, joint replacement
Nystatin
antifungals- treats fungal infection
EEG
electroencephalogram
f/u
follow up
FUO
fever of unknown origin
Rheumatoid arthritis
autoimmune disorder leading to changes in the connective tissues, especially the joints
sx: pain and decreased mobility, it starts in smaller joints like fingers and spreads to larger like knees
tx: anti-inflammatory meds, diet changes
Esomeprazole
antacid/anti-ulcer- treats GERD
CMS
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
DTap
Diphtheria, tetanus and acellular pertussis vaccine
FBS, FBG
fasting blood sugar/glucose
Muscular Dystrophy
Inherited or spontaneous genetic mutation in one of the genes involved with protecting muscle fibers from damage.
sx: chronic and progressive muscle weakness, can lead to paralysis.
tx: PT, ambulatory devices, medications
Doxepin
Antidepressant- treats depression