Abbreviations 2-2 Flashcards
1
Q
ultrasound
A
non-invasive, two-dimensional, diagnostic technique used to examine internal body structures
2
Q
thoracentesis
A
aspiration of fluid from the chest
3
Q
venipuncture
A
puncture of a vein for withdrawal of blood or for administration of intravenous fluids or medications
4
Q
auscultation
A
act of listening to sounds arising within organs (as the lungs or heart)
5
Q
biopsy
A
removal and examination of tissue, cells, or fluids
6
Q
HD
A
hemodialysis
7
Q
CMP
A
comprehensive metabolic panel
8
Q
BKA
A
below the knee amputation
9
Q
CP
A
chest pain
10
Q
Hct
A
hematocrit
11
Q
Hgb
A
hemoglobin
12
Q
HTN
A
hypertension
13
Q
TIA
A
transient ischemic attack
14
Q
UA
A
urinalysis
15
Q
URI
A
upper respiratory infection
