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Deciphering the Code
Deciphering the Code1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| BMI (Body Mass Index) | Estimate of your body fat based on your weight and height |
| EKG (electrocardiogram) | This machine records the electrical activity of your heart and graphs it |
| DNR (Do not resuscitate) | It means doctors shouldn't use special equipment to revive someone if their heart or breathing stops |
| ADHD (Attention deficit hyperactivity Disorder) | A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity |
| NICU (Neonatal intensive care unit) | Intensive care unit specializing in in the care of ill or premature newborn infants. |
| BP | Blood pressure |
| lac. | Laceration |
| NPO | Nothing by mouth |
| Ped. | Pediatric |
| RCU | Respiratory care unit |
| Apgar | Summarizes the health of a newborn (Virginia Apgar) |
| Crohn | Inflammatory bowel disease ( Burrill Crohn) |
| Raynaud | Vasospasm (Maurice Raynard) |
| Wilms | Malignant kidney tumor containing developing germ cells (Max Wilms) |
| Hodgkin | Cancer of the lymphatic tissue (Thomas Hodgkin) |
| Cardiovascular system | Organs and tissues that circulate blood throughout the body. Includes the heart, blood, and blood vessels |
| Integumentary System | The outermost layer of the body that protects the internal organs from the external environment. Includes hair, Skin, nails, and glands |
| Reproductive System | A set of organs and hormones that enable sexual reproduction. Includes the male and female reproductive systems |
| Endocrine System | Glands that produce hormones that regulate many bodily functions |
| Skeletal System | The internal framework of the human body, made up of bones, cartilages, and joints |