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MT Lesson #2. ID = Intradermal. Dr = dram (1/8 oz. fluid). Gr = grain. M = minim. Ss = semesis. CV = Cardiovascular. AP = Angina pectoris (pain). ECG = Electrocardiogram. CHF = Congestive heart failure. CCU= Coronary Care Unit. MI = Myocardial Infarction.
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MVP = Mitral Valve ProlapseOne of the more common heart valve conditions. Valve functions improperly.
RHD = Rheumatic Heart Disease Damage to the heart, especially the valves as a result of rheumatic fever. May have inflammation of the myocardium.
Of or related to the atria and the ventricles. AV = Atrioventricular
In the upper part of the right atrium, Is a bundle of neurons known as the heart’s natural pacemaker. SA = Sinoatrial (node)
A hole between the atria, if not fixed blood will go into the right atria, enlarging the right side of the heart. 0 ASD = Atrial Septal defect
Fatty deposits in the arteries, thus narrowing the arteries. CAD = Coronary Artery Disease
This is a congenital heart defecting caused from the foramen ovale not closing shortly after birth. PFO – Patent foramen ovale