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Accreditation

The process of validating the qualifications and standards of organizations, ensuring they meet established requirements.

Advocate

One who assists the patient.

Epidemic

A widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community at a particular time.

Generalist

A provider with a broad range of medical knowledge and skills.

Provider

A healthcare professional who delivers medical services.

Reciprocity

A mutual exchange where two parties benefit from each other's services or actions.

Doctorate

The highest academic degree awarded by a university.

Scribe

A professional who documents medical information and patient interactions.

Tact

Sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues.

Revocation

The official cancellation of a legal document or status.

Misdemeanor

A less serious crime, typically punishable by a fine or imprisonment for less than one year.

Felonies

Serious crimes punishable by death or imprisonment for more than one year.

Libel

Defamation in written form.

Slander

Defamation in spoken form.

Negligence

Failure to exercise the care that a reasonably prudent person would exercise in like circumstances.

Deposition

The process of giving sworn evidence in a legal setting.

Arbitration

A method of dispute resolution involving a neutral third party.

Statute

A written law enacted by a legislative body.

Legal Term

A specific term used in law that has a particular legal meaning.

Standard of Care

The degree of care owed by a healthcare provider to a patient.

Credentialing

The process of verifying qualifications and competencies of licensed professionals.

Certification

The process of verifying that an individual has met the standards of a professional organization.

Patient Navigator

A professional who helps patients navigate the healthcare system and access necessary services.

Biofeedback

A technique that teaches control over bodily functions by monitoring physiological data.

Homeopathy

A medical system based on the principle of treating 'like with like'.

Naturopathy

A practice focused on natural healing processes and the body’s ability to heal itself.

Complementary medicine

Medical practices that are used together with conventional medicine.

Integrative medicine

Combines conventional and alternative medicine for holistic treatment.

Emergency procedure tray

A collection of essential equipment and supplies used in medical emergencies.

Medical Malpractice

Professional negligence by a healthcare provider that results in substandard care.

Patient records

Written documentation of a patient's medical history and treatments.

Torts

Civil wrongs that cause harm or loss to individuals.

Functional résumé

A résumé format that focuses on skills and relevant experience rather than chronological work history.

Chronological résumé

A résumé format that lists work experiences in chronological order.

Targeted résumé

A résumé format customized for a specific job position.

Transcription

The process of converting spoken language into written text.

Hot pack applications

Moist or dry heating applications used for pain relief and muscle relaxation.

Cold pack applications

Therapeutic applications of cold therapy to reduce inflammation and numb pain.

Diabetic ketoacidosis

A serious diabetes complication where the body produces excess ketones.

Hyperglycemia

Higher than normal blood glucose levels.

Insulin Shock

A severe hypoglycemic reaction caused by excess insulin leading to low blood sugar.

Splinters

Small, sharp pieces of wood or other material embedded in the skin.

Acute

Rapid onset of severe symptoms in a short duration.

Chronic

Long-lasting and persistent medical condition.

Reflex Actions

Involuntary and nearly instantaneous movements in response to stimuli.

Glial Cells

Supportive cells in the nervous system that assist neurons.

Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)

Fluid that cushions and protects the brain and spinal cord.

Benzodiazepines

A class of medications primarily used for treating anxiety and insomnia.

Opiates

Naturally derived substances from the opium poppy that relieve pain.

Concussion

A type of mild traumatic brain injury.