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Ch.2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Acute | It just started recently or is a sharp, severe symptom |
| Chronic | It has been going on for a while now |
| Exacerbation | It is getting worse |
| Abrupt | All of a sudden |
| Noncontributory | Not related to this specific problem |
| Lethargic | A decrease in level of consciousness |
| Malaise | Not feeling well |
| Oriented | Being aware of who he/she is, where he/she is, and the current time or date |
| Auscultation | To listen |
| Benign | Safe |
| Malignant | Dangerous; a problem |
| Etiology | The cause |
| Sequelae | A problem resulting from a disease or injury |
| Prophylaxis | Preventive treatment |
| Prone | Lying down on belly |
| Supine | Lying down on back |