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Medical Terminology
Body Parts, Terms, Abbreviations
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Transverse tranz-VERS | Divides the body from top to bottom. |
| Pediatrician pee-dee-ah-TRISH-un | A physician with special training in caring for children. |
| Licensed Practical nurse (LPN) LAI-senzd PRAK-tih-kal NRS | Trained and certified to provide basic care to a patient. |
| Chief complaint | The main reason for the patients visits. |
| History of present illness | The story of the patient's problem. |
| CCU | Coronary care unit. |
| DX | Diagnosis |
| Tx | Treatment |
| WNL | Within normal limits |
| HEENT | Head, eyes, ears, nose, and throat |