A decrease in level of consciousness, in a medical record. Generally an indication the patient is really sick.

A problem resulting from a disease or injury

Stays in a certain part of the body

Extremely clean, germ-free conditions, especially important during medical procedures and surgery

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Chapter 2

Medical Terminology

Term	Definition
Lethargic	A decrease in level of consciousness, in a medical record. Generally an indication the patient is really sick.
Palpation	to feel
Sequelae	A problem resulting from a disease or injury
Localized	Stays in a certain part of the body
Sterile	Extremely clean, germ-free conditions, especially important during medical procedures and surgery
Caudal	Toward the bottom
VS	Vital Signs
Tx	Treatment
PCP	Primary Care Provider
Prophylaxis	Preventive treatment