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Medical Terminology
Chapter 2 terms, word parts, and/or abbreviations
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| SOAP | S= Subjective (what the patient says) O= Objective (what the tests reveal) A= Assessment (analysis of the subjective and objective information) P= Plan ( course of action for the patient) |
| Chronic | Has been going on for a while |
| Febrile | To have a fever |
| Benign | Safe |
| Malignant | Dangerous/ a problem |
| Pathogen | The organism that causes a problem |
| Prophylaxis | Preventative treatment |
| Idiopathic | No known specific cause; just happens |
| Afebrile | To not have a fever |
| Ht | Height |
| Wt | Weight |
| Dx | Diagnosis |
| Tx | Treatment |