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Term | Definition |
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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 |