Acronyms

What does the acronym CNS indicate

• Chronic Nervous System

• Central Nervous System

• Computerized Neuro-system

An irregular and often very rapid heart rhythm (arrhythmia) that can lead to blood clots in the heart is known as AF or

• Atrial Fibrillation

• Acute Respiratory Fluid

• Acquired Immune Deficiency

The patient is getting a TRK otherwise known as a

• Hormone replacement therapy

• Total knee replacement

• Total hip replacement

The patient is expereicening dyspnea and SOB. What test may the doctor order?

• EKG

• EEG

• CXR

The doctor has recommended the patient take an over the counter NSAID for pain. What are NSAID's?

• Non-anti bacterial medication

• Anti-viral medication

• Non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs

The doctor orders a UA. What kind of test does the doctor want completed?

• uterine device placement

• urine test

• urethra scope

The patient presents with GI problems. What part of the body is affected by GI problems?

• gallbladder

• liver

• stomach

a non-invasive imaging technology that produces three dimensional detailed anatomical images

• ECT

• CAT scan

• MRI

The doctor has ordered an EEG. What part of the body is this test looking at.

• kidney

• brain

• heart

The doctor has ordered an ECG otherwise known as an EKG. What part of the body is this test looking at.

• brain

• lungs

• heart