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Unit 1 Discussion
Deciphering the Code
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| MRI | Magnetic Resonance Imaging |
| CPR | Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation |
| ICU | Intensive Care Unit |
| Lou Gehrig's Disease | ALS, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis |
| Alzeimer's Disease | Senile Dementia |
| Anatomical Position | A person standing face forward, arms at the side with palms forward |
| Dorsal/Posterior | All mean back when referring to the human |
| Ventral/antral/anterior | All mean front when referring to the human |
| BMI | Body Mass Index |
| Dx | Diagnosis |
| Tx | Treatment |
| Rx | Prescription |
| Hx | History |
| PMHx | Past Medical History |
| FHx | Family History |
| VS | Vital Signs |
| RR | Respiratory Rate |
| BP | Blood Pressure |
| HR | Heart Rate |
| CC | Chief Complaint |