Med Terms #12 Flashcards
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What is IDDM?
A
Insulin dependent diabetes mellitus- type 1
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What is HPI?
A
History of present illness
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What is LOC?
A
Level of consciousness
3
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What is NKDA?
A
No known drug allergies
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What is NPO?
A
Nothing by mouth
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What is NWB?
A
Non weight bearing
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What is OOB?
A
Out of bed
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What is ORIF?
A
Open reduction and internal fixation
Type of surgery used to fix broken bones
Two part surgery first bone is reduced to be put back in place then surgery is finished
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What is PCA?
A
Patient controlled analgesia
IV infusion controlled by patient up to a certain point
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What is SOB?
A
Shortness of breath
