abbreviations of nervous system and acronyms Flashcards by E Castillo | Brainscape

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AD

A

Alzheimer’s disease

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ADHD

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Atention deficit hyperactivity disorder

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ALS

A

amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

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CNS

A

central nervous system

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CP

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cerebral palsy

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CSF

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cerebrospinal fluid

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CVA

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cerebrovascular accident (stroke)

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EEG

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electroencephalography

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GAD

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generalized anxiety disorder

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LOC

A

Loss of consciousness

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LP

A

lumbar puncture

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MS

A

multiple sclerosis

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OCD

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obsessive-compulsive disorder

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RLS

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restless legs syndrome

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Sz

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Seizure

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TBI

A

traumatic brain injury

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TENS

A

transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation

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TIA

A

Transient ischemic attack