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25 Cards in this Set
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Vent |
ventilator |
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Vfib |
ventricular fibrillation |
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v/o |
verbal order |
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VRE |
Vancomycin resistant enterococci |
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VS |
vitalsigns |
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VSS |
vital signs stable |
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WBAT |
weight bearing as tolerated |
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WBC |
white blood cell |
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W/C |
wheelchair |
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WHO |
World Health Organization |
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WNL |
within normal limits |
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w/o |
without |
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wt |
weigt |
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X |
times |
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Dawnphenomenon |
fasting hyperglycemia without prior nocturnal hypoglycemia |
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Diabetesmellitus |
(type 1 diabetes mellitus) the complete lack of insulin production, which is caused by autoimmune destruction of the insulin-producing pancreatic beta cells. (type 2 DM) results from decreased insulin production by the pancreas and increased insulin resistance, which is characterized by an inability to use insulin effectively (Gestational Diabetes Mellitus)-is a condition in which the onset of diabetes occurs during pregnancy |
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Diabetic ketoacidosis |
is a life-threatening complication precipitated by an acute or relative deficiency in insulin secretion (that changes in relationship to development of insulin resistance and level of blood glucose) and characterized by profound disturbances in metabolism of CHO, fat, and protein |
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Diabetic peripheralneuropathy |
Sensory loss in, first, the distal portion of extremities
a significant factor in the pathway leading to lower extremity ulceration, a potentially serious complication of diabetes.
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HgA1c |
the primary lab test used for monitoring longer term glucose control. Formed when glucose in the blood binds irreversibly to hemoglobin to form a stable glycated hemoglobin complex |
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Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic syndrome |
also referred to as hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic syndrome (HHNS) is a life-threatening complication characterized by serum hyperosmolarity, dehydration, and hyperglycemia; it is usually restricted to patients who cannot recognize their thirst or express their need for water. |
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Somogi effect |
defined as fasting hyperglycemia with prior hypoglycemia. |
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Glucosuria |
the excretion of glucose into the urine. |
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Polyphagia |
excessive hunger or increased appetite and is one of the 3 main signs of diabetes. |
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Hyperglycemia |
an excess of glucose in the bloodstream, often associated with diabetes mellitus. |
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Hypoglycemia |
Hypoglycemia is a condition characterized by abnormally low blood glucose (blood sugar) levels, usually less than 70 mg/d |
