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9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Name Manizheh Mirlohi Email address may.mirlohi@gmail.com Assessment Terms and definitions Terms requiring definitions and explanation Below is a list of terms which are relevant to this unit. Please provide responses in your own words, to fully demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of each term. You will need to undertake your own research (online, dictionary, relevant books), in addition to reviewing your learning content. You should aim to present a response of at least 75 words for each term. The definition, explanation and example answers contribute to this word count. Your responses must be provided as if you were explaining the term to a person who has never heard of it before. Each submission should (i) average 15 words for each sentence (ii) be grammatically correct, (iii) error free and (iv) be presented in simple English. (A good tip here is to read all of your text aloud, to check for accuracy and good presentation. Another tip is to ask another person to proof-read your work, where possible). Now, please: (i) Provide a comprehensive definition of each term. State WHAT the term means within the work place, in the first column. (ii) Provide a detailed explanation of the term. Your explanation must identify WHO, WHEN and WHERE this term would be applied within the work place, in the second column. (iii) Provide your own simple example of a situation where the term could be applied within the workplace in the blank row presented. Please Note: Where insufficient words are submitted, your responses will be returned for reworking. BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words Example: t.i.d Example: Three times a day Where: When working in a busy practice, the physician will often need you to ring patients and explain doses or will quickly write instructions and ask you to explain them to the patient. When T.I.D is used, it means that treatment or medication needs to occur or be applied three times a day. Who: Physician Example: Example: The doctor passes me a note that says ‘Mrs Jones paracetamol t.i.d’ and asks me to ring Mrs Jones. I will need to ring Mrs Jones and let her know that the doctor is recommending paracetamol three times a day. Rx Drug therapy or prescription Where: when doctors want to write medicine for patients. It is prescription writing. When: Physicians usually use Rx before starting their prescriptions. Who: physician Example: The doctor wants to write medicine for patient. He must write on RX. Bx Biopsy Where: During a biopsy, a doctor removes a small amount of tissue to examine under a microscope. It may take place in your doctor's office. But sometimes surgery or another procedure may be needed to get a tissue sample. When: A doctor should BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words recommend a biopsy when an initial test suggests an area of tissue in the body isn't normal. Who: A surgeon Example: A patient refers to doctor for vomiting for long time. Doctor decide to get biopsy for recognising better. UTI Urinary tract infection Where: UTI is an infection in any part of your urinary system e.g. your kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. When: when part of the urinary tract becomes infected, usually with bacteria that live in the digestive system. The bacteria often enter the urinary tract through the urethra, for example from the anus Who: A urinalysis Example: If somebody complain of burning pain when urinating or a feeling that the bladder is still full after urinating, maybe there is infection in urinary system. Tx Treatment, can also be used for transfection Where: TX is the appropriate medical care to provide to ill or injured individuals. Treatment group, in an experiment, such as basic research or clinical test. It refers to the planning and coordination of health care services Who: physician Example : The doctor writes “TX” it means that using all medical procedures to prevent disease or get the best treatment. BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

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9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words Ix Investigation Where: the specialist will perform a series of tests and procedures to try to establish. When: doctors need more investigation about disease that they unknown about that. They do more test to understand completely. Who: physician and specialist Example: someone visits doctor for headache which has not been relieved for one week. Doctor need more test to understand what it is origin of headache. Hx History, a systematic record of past events as they relate to a person and his medical background. A carefully taken medical, surgical, and occupational history will enable diagnosis patients. When : The medical history of a patient is information gained by a physician by asking specific questions, either of the patient or of other people who know the person and can give suitable information. Who : physician Example: We need to know when examining a patient what is his history, does he have diabetes or other diseases. IV Intravenous that it means it is therapy that delivers fluids directly into a vein. Where: The intravenous route of administration can be used both for injections, using a syringe at higher pressures When: Intravenous therapy may be used for fluid volume replacement, to correct electrolyte imbalances, to deliver medications, and for BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words blood transfusions. Who: nurse or physician Example: The doctor passes me a note that says “Ella serum IV”. It means that I must inject that serum via intravenous. This is the fastest way to deliver medicine throughout the body. PIH Pregnancy induced hypertension Where: where there is high blood pressure and abnormal kidney function during pregnancy. When: It is the development of new hypertension in a pregnant woman after 20 weeks' gestation without the presence of protein in the urine Who: doctor or midwife should check up during antenatal appointments. Example: Midwife check PIH during pregnancy, it means that every time must check blood pressure. IM Intermuscular Where: Ventrolateral muscle of the hip, dors gluteal muscles of the buttocks and deltoid muscle of the arm. When: when injecting into the muscle and gently press the needle into the muscle. it is the injection of a substance directly into muscle. Who: nurse or physician Example: the penicillin must injection IM, it means that penicillin must inject in the muscle. NAD Noting abnormal detected Where: no abnormality detected BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words no apparent distress (and many variations of the above) Who: physician Example: Urine testing when no abnormalities are found. TPR Temperature, pulse and respiration When: when checking body temperature that it is hot or cold. When checking heart rate and controlling breath. Who: physician Example: The doctor passes me a note that says “check TPR”, it means that I must check body temperature and fever, check heart rate and checking breath and airway. Stat immediately Where: when we come across with a patient who needs immediate care. When: when we have emergency case who needs more care. Who: physician Example: The doctor passes me a note that says” state”, I must do immediate care to the patient. NBM Nil by mouth Where: Nothing by mouth is a medical instruction meaning to withhold food and fluids from a person for various reasons. When: Pre-surgery NBM orders are typically between 6 and 12 hours that are eating or drinking anything. BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

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9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words Who: specialist Example: someone has surgery and the specialist says “NBM”, it means that who doesn’t eat or drink before and after surgery for several hours. CXR Chest X-Ray Where: In radiology, a chest radiograph is a projection radiograph of the chest used to diagnose conditions affecting the chest, a projection radiograph of the thorax. When: chest radiographs are used to diagnose many conditions involving the chest wall, including its bones, and also structures contained within the thoracic cavity including the lungs, heart, and great vessels. Who: Radiologist Example: A patient has sore in his chest and he has a lot cough, so specialist refers to radiologist for chest X-ray. CVA Cerebrovascular accident, also known as a stroke When: CVA is a medical condition in which poor blood flow to the brain causes cell death and sudden interruption of the blood supply to the brain such as the blocking of a blood vessel, as by a clot of blood. The main risk factor for stroke is high blood pressure. Who: specialist Example: A person Inability to move or feel on one side of the body, he probably had stroke. c/o chief complaint of a problem When: The chief complaint is a BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words concise statement describing the symptom, problem, condition, diagnosis, physician- recommended return, or other reason for a medical encounter. In some instances, the nature of a patient's chief complaint may determine if services are covered by medical or vision insurance Who: Physician Example: Ella has a pain in her lower back. She complains that she cannot sleep at night of her pain, so the doctor writes all her problems. Ca Calcium Where: A mineral needed for healthy teeth, bones, and other body tissues. It is the most common mineral in the body. A deposit of calcium in body tissues, such as breast tissue, may be a sign of disease. Calcium is essential for healthy bones and is also important for muscle contraction, heart action, and normal blood clotting. Food sources of calcium include dairy foods; some leafy green vegetables, such as broccoli and collards; canned salmon; clams; oysters; calcium-fortified foods; and soy foods, such as tofu. Who: specialist Example: Ella has decided to go on a diet because she is overweight. The doctor advised her to take 2 grams Ca daily. It means that Ella should take 2 grams’ calcium daily to maintain her body and her bones healthy. BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words TIA Transient ischemic attack Where: commonly known as a mini-stroke, is a brief episode of neurological dysfunction caused by loss of bloodstream in the brain, spinal cord, or retina, without tissue death (infarction). Who: specialist Example: A patient visits the doctor to complain of headache, too much sweat and weakness. When the doctor wants to check TIA in fact he is checking mini stroke. TB Tuberculosis Where: It is an infectious disease that generally affects the lungs. chronic cough with blood- containing mucus, fever, night sweats, and weight loss are some symptoms. Who: Pulmonologist Example: Mary has a chronic cough with blood containing mucus. The doctor should suspect “TB”. It means that may be Mary has tuberculosis. URTI An upper respiratory tract infection It is an illness caused by an acute infection, which involves the upper respiratory tract, including the nose, sinuses, pharynx, or larynx. This commonly includes nasal obstruction, sore throat, tonsillitis, and the common cold. Who: physician Example: The doctor passes me the note “Ms Ella has UPTI”, it means that Ella has infection in her respiratory system such as nose, sinuses, …. DVT Deep vein thrombosis When: It is the formation of a blood clot in a deep vein, most BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

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9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words commonly in the legs or pelvis. Symptoms can include pain, swelling, redness, and enlarged veins in the affected area, but some DVT have no symptoms. Who: physician Example: A patient complains of sore leg. The doctor checks his leg to understand what is problem. PE Pulmonary embolism, e.g. cots or cots in lung Where: A pulmonary embolism (PE) is a sudden blockage in a lung artery. It usually happens when a when a blood clot breaks and travels through the bloodstream to the lungs. PE is a serious condition that can cause. Permanent damage to the lungs. Low oxygen levels in your blood. Who: specialist Example: The doctor says “this patient is PE”, it means that who has clot or clots in the lungs. That patient needs immediately attention. GI Gastrointestinal, referring collectively to the stomach and the small and large intestine. Where: it is linked to the digestive system, including the throat, stomach, and intestines. Some problems in the digestive tract often includes: Constipation, diarrhoea, and vomiting. Who: Gastroenterologist Example: When doctor passes me note” Mr Jon GI “, it means that he has problem in his digestive system. CNS Central nervous system, The brain and spinal cord. Also called central Where: The central nervous system is that part of the nervous BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words nervous system. system that consists of the brain and spinal cord. When: CNS means that the patient has problem or disease in nervous system when the brain does not function properly. Who: Neurologist Example: The patient has insomnia; the doctor should check CNS. May be his brain cannot be relaxing, and needs get medicine for correct functioning. CF Cystic fibrosis, Cystic fibrosis is a complex, chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system. Cystic fibrosis, one of the most frequent and serious genetic diseases Where: Cystic fibrosis is a disease that causes thick, sticky mucus to build up in the lungs, when mucus clogs the lungs, it can become very difficult for a person to breathe. The thick mucus also allows for germs to grow, which can result in infections and inflammation and often leads to severe lung damage and respiratory failure. Who: specialist Example: When Sara was born, she had CF. She has problem with breathing. Specialist gives medicine to control her disease symptoms. CCf Congestive cardiac failure Where: Heart failure, sometimes called congestive cardiac failure (CCF), is a condition in which the heart muscle is weakened and can’t pump as well as it usually does. When: CCf means that when the heart cannot function properly. BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words Who: heart specialist Example: A patient complaining about shortness of breath visits the doctor. Shortness of breath worse especially when doing exercise. The doctor checks the heart and diagnoses it is” CCf”, it means that the heart has a problem so that cannot pump the blood to the body properly. DOB Date of birth Date of birth, an abbreviation that is frequently used in medical charting. Who: nurse or physician Example: When The patient gets appointment of the doctor for first time, the nurse gives him the form to fill out it. One part of that form is DOB, it means that what date is his birthday? CPR Cardio pulmonary resuscitation, it is an emergency life-saving procedure that is done when someone's breathing or heartbeat has stopped. Where: CPR is an emergency procedure for a person whose heart has stopped or is no longer breathing. CPR can maintain circulation and breathing until emergency medical help arrives. This may happen after an electric shock, heart attack, or drowning. CPR combines rescue breathing and chest compressions. Who: A person who knows first aid Example: When someone cannot breathe and does not have heart rate. The doctor or someone who learns first aid should do immediately “CPR”, in such a way that the air way open and press on the chest. DNR Do not resuscitate When: A do-not-resuscitate order, or DNR order, is a medical order written by a doctor. It instructs health care providers not to do cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if a patient's BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

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9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words breathing stops or if the patient's heart stops beating. Where: A DNR order allows you to choose whether or not you want CPR in an emergency. Who: Doctor Example: The doctor writes the order only after talking about DNR with the patient. In fact, the patient decides that he/she does not need emergency caring. NFR Not for resuscitation, Example: AF Atrial fibrillation When: You may have been in the hospital because you have atrial fibrillation. This condition occurs when your heart beats irregularly and usually faster than normal. You may have developed this problem while you were in the hospital for a heart attack, heart surgery, or other serious illness such as pneumonia or injury. Who: physician or specialist Example: When the doctor writes “AF”, it means that the patient does not have regular heartbeat. The patient should takes the medicines to normalize the heartbeat. BP Blood pressure, Hypertension is the term used to describe high blood pressure. Where: Hypertension is the term used to describe high blood pressure. Blood pressure is so important because untreated high blood pressure can lead to many medical problems. These BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words include heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, eye problems, and other health issues. If you have heart or kidney problems, or you had a stroke, your doctor may want your blood pressure to be even lower than that of people who do not have these conditions. When: when checking up the patient one of the most important parts is blood pressure. Who: physician Example: Doctor passes me a note “Ms Janson BP”, it means that blood pressure measurement. If the patient has heart or kidney problems, or has a stroke, the doctor wants blood pressure. OD Overdose, a drug overdose (overdose or OD) is the ingestion or application of a drug or other substance in quantities greater than are recommended. Typically it is used for cases when a risk to health will potentially result. When: An overdose is when you take a toxic (poisonous) amount of a drug or medicine. It is important to remember that not all overdoses are fatal or life threatening, however medical advice should always be sought if overdose is suspected or has occurred. An overdose is a medical emergency that requires immediate medical attention. Who: Physician Example: The doctor says that “this patient is OD“, it means that who takes a drug or medicine in quantities greater than are recommended e.g. salbutamol. O2 Oxygen, The odorless gas that is present in the air and necessary to maintain life. Where: Some people with breathing disorders can’t get enough oxygen naturally. They BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words may need supplemental oxygen, or oxygen therapy. This is often because of lung conditions that prevents the lungs from absorbing oxygen, including: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, pneumonia, asthma, … . Who: pulmonologist Example: The patient has asthma that cannot breathe as well, the doctor recommends to take extra oxygen like an oxygen tank or an oxygen tent. These ways therapy can lead to increase blood level oxygen. MS Multiple sclerosis, Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a potentially disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system). When: MS has varied widely and depend on the amount of nerve damage and which nerves are affected. MS may lose the ability to walk independently or at all, while others may experience long periods of remission without any new symptoms. In MS the brain and spinal cord are affected. Who: Neurologist Example: The patient has “MS” who cannot walk and has to use walker or wheelchair. He must take medicine to remission his disease. MI Myocardial infraction heart attack, a heart attack, or myocardial infarction (MI), is permanent damage to the heart muscle. "Myo" means muscle, "cardial" refers to the heart, and "infarction" means death of tissue due to lack of blood supply. Where: The task of the heart is to pump enough blood to deliver a continuous supply of oxygen and other nutrients to the brain and the other vital organs. Without adequate blood, the heart becomes starved of oxygen and the vital nutrients it needs to work properly. When one or BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

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9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words more of the arteries are completely blocked, a heart attack (injury to the heart muscle) may occur. Who: cardiologist Example: A patient complaining about chest pain visits a doctor. After medical examination, doctor finds out that the cause of the pain is MI. It means that the heart cannot function properly. The doctor must get emergency help to the patient. LOC Level of consciousness Where: LOC is a medical term for identifying how awake, alert, and aware of their surroundings someone is. It also describes the degree to which a person can respond to get his or her attention. Who: physician Example: A person who had accident is taken to the hospital. The doctor check “LOC”. Actually the doctor is going to check how the patient responds to environment. EEG Electro encephalograph, monitoring method to record electrical activity of the brain Where: An electroencephalogram (EEG) is a test that records brain activity through electrodes attached to the scalp. By looking at brain waves recorded over a period of time, irregularities can be studied to determine the cause of events. When: when the brain cannot function properly, doing electroencephalogram can help to identify the reason. Who: specialist BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words Example: Ella has insomnia for a long time. The doctor wants to get “EEG”, it means that the doctor wants to get electroencephalograph of her, that shows performance the brain. ECG Electro cardiograph, can help to diagnose heart disease. Where: An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a medical test that detects cardiac (heart) abnormalities by measuring the electrical activity generated by the heart as it contracts. The machine that records the patient’s ECG is called an electrocardiograph. It is a graph of the electrical activity of the heart using electrodes placed on the skin. Who: specialist Example: A patient complaining about heart pain visits a doctor. The doctor is going to check the heart rate and check the heart graph, that shows what is the main problem. MVA Motor vehicle accident Where: a MVA happens when a vehicle hits a person, an object, or another vehicle, causing injury or damage. Extremity symptoms such as arm and hand pain, numbness, and tingling are common following MVAs. Failure to receive appropriate treatment for MVA is a major contributor to the development of upper arm and hand symptoms. Who: physician Example: The ambulance brought the injured person to the hospital, who had accident with car. He had pain in his legs and his chest. The doctor wrote in his file “MVA” it means that the car hit to the patient. BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words Type 2 NIDDM NIDDM, non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus When: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus is a condition in which the body fails to metabolise glucose (sugar) correctly. This causes levels of sugar in the blood to increase. People with type 2 diabetes don’t respond to insulin as well as they should and later in the disease often don’t make enough insulin. People with type 2 diabetes usually produce enough of their own insulin, but their bodies don’t use it right. Type 2 may be controlled by insulin and/or oral medicine. Who: Endocrinologist Example: The patient has Type 2 NIDDM who has blood sugar. His body tissues do not respond adequately to the insulin which is produced. The patient must be treated. Type 1 IDDM Insulin depend diabetes mellitus, Type 1 IDDM is a form of diabetes in which patients have little or no ability to produce insulin and are therefore entirely dependent on insulin injections. When: When a person develops type 1 diabetes, the pancreas stops making insulin. A person with type 1 diabetes mellitus must receive insulin by injection (shot). Where: The doctor must determine what type of diabetes the patient has, and then prescribe the kind that is best for the patient. The patient will need multiple shots of insulin every day Who: physician or endocrinologist Example: The doctor passes me the note “Ella type 1 IDDM” it means that Ella must inject insulin and her diet must be control without sugar, carbohydrate and salt. BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

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9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words COPD Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the name for a group of lung conditions that cause breathing difficulties When: COPD happens when the lungs become inflamed, damaged and narrowed. The main cause is smoking. Where: when a person has problem for breathing while the lungs are more vulnerable to damage. Who: Pulmonologist Example: Ella has problem in her lungs so that she cannot breathe very well. She was smoking, so her lungs are damaged. The doctor advises her to stop smoking and takes the medicine for controlling symptoms. COAD Chronic obstructive airway disease a chronic destruction of the lungs, When: COAD is associated with chronic obstruction of the flow of air out of the lungs. This obstruction is generally permanent and progressive over time. This is because cigarette smoke causes an inflammation of the lining of the lungs. Who: Pulmonologist Example: A patient complaining about a lot cough and mucus visits a doctor. The doctor will do a physical examination, listening with a stethoscope or chest X-ray. After that, COAD is diagnosed and the patient must take medicine to reduce the symptoms. NOF Neck of femur fracture (refers to hip fracture) Where: NOF occurs when the top part of the femur (leg bone) is broken, just below the ball and socket joint. Symptoms may include pain around the hip. Usually the person cannot walk. When: They most often occur as a result of a fall. Risk factors include BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

9 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately Term Definition What does this term mean in the workplace in your own words Explanation When, where and who would apply this term in the context of a workplace in your own words osteoporosis, taking many medications, alcohol use, and metastatic cancer. Diagnosis is generally by X-rays. Who: Radiologist or specialist Example: Ella fell down the stairs. She had a lot of pain in her leg. The doctor sent her to a radiologist to X-ray. After that, radiologist reported “ leg NOF” it means that the femur was broken so she did not move her leg for a couple of weeks. Pyrexia High temperature, Fever, also referred to as pyrexia, is defined as having a temperature above the normal range due to an increase in the body's temperature set point. When: The normal body temperature is 37 degrees, when the temperature comes up, pyrexia has happened. Pyrexia describes a body temperature that’s higher than normal. Where: There are numerous different conditions that can trigger a fever such as a person caught a cold, food poisoning, flu and many reasons, …. Some of treatment pyrexia are Drinking fluids, resting in bed and in acute cases taking the medicine. Who: physician Example: Ella had a cold and she had fever or pyrexia. She visited the doctor. The doctor Wrote prescription “Panadol “to treat her pyrexia. BSBMED301 – Terms and Definitions Version 1.4 (2019/07/22)

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