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UNIT 1 DISCUSSION

MEDICAL TERMS

QuestionAnswer
IV Intravenous A method of delivering fluids, medications, or nutrients directly into a vein.
MRI Magnetic Resonance Imaging A medical imaging technique used to visualize internal structures of the body, particularly soft tissues.
FHR Fetal Heart Rate The number of heartbeats per minute of a fetus, monitored during pregnancy to assess fetal well-being.
OTC Over-the-Counter Medications available without a prescription, typically for minor health issues.
EKG Electrocardiogram A test that records the electrical activity of the heart to detect any irregularities.
Dx Diagnosis The identification of a disease or condition based on symptoms, tests, and clinical evaluation.
CBC Complete blood count A blood test that measures many properties of the cells in your blood
RBC Red Blood Cells Cells that carry oxygen throughout the body.
SOB Shortness of Breath Difficulty breathing or feeling out of breath.
FBS Fasting Blood Sugar A blood test that measures the amount of glucose in the blood after fasting for at least 8 hours.
Huntington's Disease A progressive genetic disorder that causes the breakdown of nerve cells in the brain, leading to movement disorders, cognitive decline, and psychiatric symptoms.
Bell's Palsy A condition that causes sudden, temporary weakness or paralysis of the muscles on one side of the face due to nerve damage.
Parkinson's Disease progressive neurological disorder affecting movement, causing tremors, stiffness, slowness, and balance problems.
Asperger difficulties in social interaction and nonverbal communication; autism spectrum disorder
Graves overproduction of thyroid hormones; exophthalmic goiter
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