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Chapter 1 terms
Chapter 1 Med Term
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| MRI | Magnetic Resonance Imaging |
| CT | Computed Tomography |
| ECG | Electrocardiogram |
| BP | Blood pressure |
| SOB | Shortness of breath |
| RX | Prescription |
| DX | Diagnosis |
| HX | History |
| Stat | Immediately |
| c/o | Complains of |
| Crushing’s Syndrome | Named after Dr. Harvey Cushing |
| Down Syndrome | Named after Dr. John Langdon Down |
| Alzheimer’s Disease | Named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer |
| Hodgkin’s Lymphoma | Named after Dr. Thomas Hodgkin |
| Parkinson’s Disease | Named after Dr, James Parkinson |
| Cardiovascular System | Heart and blood vessels |
| Respiratory System | Lungs and breathing |
| Nervous System | Brain and nerves |
| Musculoskeletal System | Bones, muscles, and joints. |