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med term chapter 2
10 terms/abreviations
Term | Definition |
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exacerbation | it is getting worse |
malignant | dangerous; a problem |
sequelae | a problem resulting from a disease or injury |
prophylaxis | preventative treatment |
palliative | treating the symptoms, but not actually getting rid of the cause |
contralateral | opposite side |
ipsilateral | same side |
BMI | body mass index (measurement of body fat based on height and weight) |
PERRLA | pupils are equal, round, and reactive to light and accommodation |
CTA | clear to ausculation (description of normal-sounding lungs) |