Vocabulary Terminology from Dynamics - Comprehensive Overview

3D printing

A manufacturing method whereby three-dimensional objects are quickly made on a machine connected to a computer containing blueprints for the object

abdominal sonographer

ultrasound technician who specializes in inspecting a patient's abdominal cavity to help diagnose and treat conditions

abuse

a pattern of practices or customs that are unsound or inconsistent with ethical business, fiscal, or healthcare practices or customs

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND)

a professional organization committed to improving the nation's health and advancing the profession of dietetics through research, education, and advocacy

Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation (ACVREP)

agency that certifies orientation and mobility specialists and vision rehabilitation therapists

accountable care organizations (ACOs)

healthcare delivery model that ties provider reimbursement payment to the quality and cost of care for a patient population

accreditation

the process by which an external entity reviews an organization or program of study to determine if the organization or program meets certain predetermined standards

Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)

a professional organization that offers accreditation for programs in nutrition and dietetics

Accreditation Council for Genetic COunseling (ACGC)

agency that accredits academic programs in genetic counseling

ACSM-Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP)

certified by the American College of Sports Medicine; requires a minimum of a bachelor's degree, 1,200 clinical hours, and completion of an exam

ACSM-Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)

personal trainer certified by the American College of Sports Medicine

activities of daily living (ADLs)

set of key capabilities used to evaluate need for personal care assistance for older adults or disabled persons; includes bathing, dressing, toileting, and self-feeding

acute infectious disease

an illness with sudden onset that has an intense but short effect on the body

adaptive equipment

special equipment designed to facilitate everyday functioning for patients

administrative medical assistant

a medical assistant who specializes in administrative tasks

ADN-to-BSN

educational program that allows nurses with an Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) to complete a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

ADN-to-MSN

Educational program that allows nurses with an Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) to enter and complete a Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)

adult day care services

program for the disabled or elderly who require health and/or support services; used to supplement home care services or a less costly option to being institutionalized

advance premium tax credit

tax credit that can be used to reduce the cost of health insurance premiums for policies purchased from the Marketplace

advanced airway devices

devices used to open or maintain a patient's obstructed or injured airway to maintain breathing

advanced emergency medical technicians

the third level of a four-tier category of emergency medical technician who provides basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system

advanced practice registered nurse (APRN)

registered nurse with master's degree training who can serve as a primary care provider; includes nurse anesthetics, nurse midwives, nurse practitioner, and clinical nurse specialists

aerosol

medications suspended in a gas that forms a mist the patient inhales

Affordable Care Act (ACA)

healthcare reform legislation signed into law by President Barack Obama in March 2010 with a goal of increasing access to health insurance while controlling healthcare costs

aging network

system of federal, state, and local agencies committed to having older Americans live independently in their homes and communities

alignment

the proper form of a body part, such as a spine.

allopathic physician

a physician offering medical care using pharmacologically active agents or surgical interventions to treat or suppress symptoms of diseases or injuries

almshouses

facilities that provided care for the disabled or ill in the 1700s, before hospitals were established

Alzheimer's disease

a degenerative brain disease and the most common form of dementia; early symptoms are a decline in cognitive function that affects memory, language, and problem solving. Later stages require complete care

ambulatory care

health care provided outside of institutional settings

American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)

professional organization of primary care physicians who provide medical care for all ages. the academy supports family physicians through networking and continuing education and serves as an advocate through state and federal legislation

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Program (AANPCB)

agency within the academy that offers specialty certification for nurse practitioners

American Art Therapy Association (AATA)

professional and educational organization that advocates for the art therapy profession and provides continuing education programing and networking opportunities

American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)

represents all college and university programs in nursing education. establishes quality standards and provides assistants in implementation. promotes public support for professional nursing education, research, and practice.

American Association of Community Colleges (AACC)

advocates for community colleges that confer 2-year; associate degrees in the United States

American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS)

agency that offers certification for veterinary technicians who work in animal research laboratories

American Association of Cardiovascular and Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR)

multidisciplinary professional association of health professionals in the field of cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation

American Board of Clinical Social WOrk (ABCSW)

Administers advanced credentials for clinical social workers as a generalist, clinical supervisor, children/families practitioner, and psychoanalyst.

American Board of Examiners (ABE)

Organization that promotes uniform practice standards for education and training and credentialing for clinical social workers

American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS)

Agency that certifies podiatrists in the field of surgery

american board of genetic counseling (ABGC)

agency that administers qualifying exams for genetic counselors to become certified

american board of hospice and palliative medicine

certifies physicians to practice in hospice and palliative care

American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH)

Administers credentialing of Certified INdustrial Hygienists to ensure the safety of workers in the field of industrial hygiene and the families of the workers

American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS)

agency that administers qualifying exams to practice in medical specialities

American Board of Podiatric Medicine

agency that certifies podiatrists in the field of medicine

American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (AMVP)

professional organization that promotes excellence in veterinary care; offers certification in 11 specialties within veterinary practice, including beef cattle practice and feline practice

American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM)

Agency that accredits graduate programs for nurse-midwives

American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)

Professional organization that promotes the advancement and integration of scientific research into educational and practical applications of exercise science and sports medicine.

American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA)

professional organization dedicated to the profession of dance/movement therapy

American Dental Association (ADA)

A professional organization that represents dentists nationwide and seeks to address the most important professional and public health issues.

American Hospital Association (AHA)

A national industry trade group that supports hospitals, healthcare systems, and health networks as well as the communities served

American Kinesiotherapy Association (AKTA)

professional organization of registered kinesiotherapists that supports and advances the professional standards of kinesiotherapists

American Medical Association (AMA)

A professional medical organization that represents physicians nationwide and seeks to address the most important professional and public health issues

American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB)

Organization that provides certification for midwives and nurse-midwives.

American Music Therapy Association (AMTA)

Professional organization with a mission to advocate for music therapy as a profession; promotes high quality educational programing, professional standards, credentialing, and research to support music therapy as a profession

American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC)

organization that offers specialty certification for nurses; for example, informatics and cardiac rehabilitation

American Osteopathic Association (AOA)

Accrediting agency for graduates of osteopathic physicians; also administer certifying exams for specialty physicians

American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

A national professional organization whose goal is to foster advancements in physical therapy practice, research, and education

American Podiatric Medical Licensing Exam (APMLE)

Exam required for graduates of podiatric medicine to practice podiatric medicine

American Society of Exercise Physiologists (ASEP)

Professional organization of exercise physiologists that promotes the profession and sets educational standards.

American SPeech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

Agency that certifies speech-language pathologists and audiologists

American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA)

professional organization that represents the interests and needs of therapeutic recreation specialists

American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Professional organization that advocates for members, accredits educational programs and offers continuing education programs

Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places that are open to the general public.

anatomy

the study of the structure of organisms and their parts

animal and human health

control of diseases transmissible from animals to humans

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)

Division of the U.S. Department of Agriculture that protects and promotes U.S. agricultural health, including exports

animal trainer

animal workers who train animals for riding, security, performance, obedience, or assisting people with disabilities

anorexia nervosa

an eating disorder involving a refusal to eat

applied behavior analysis (ABA)

application of behavioral sciences in schools and clinics to improve behavioral problems and facilitate learning; part of treatment for autism spectrum disorder

apprenticeship rpogram

combination of on the job training and related instruction where workers learn the aspects of a specific occupation

app

software program ("application") developed to run on a computer or mobile device to accomplish a specific purpose

Area Agency on Aging (AAA)

one of 622 agencies nationwide with the purpose of providing resources and supports for older adults; established in 1973

art therapist (AT)

mental health professional that combines artistic, creative, and psychotherapeutic skills to encourage clients to express emotions through an art medium to promote physical, mental, and emotional health

Art Therapists Registered-Board Certified (ATR-BC)

The highest level of art therapy credential achieved by successfully passing a national examination; completion of graduate-level education in arty therapy and clinical experience are required to sit for the exam

Art Therapy Credentials Board (ATCB)

Professional board responsible for ensuring educational and professional standards of registered and board-certified art therapists

arterial blood sample

a blood sample taken from an artery instead of a vien

artificial intelligence (AI)

the use of computers and technology to simulate intelligent behavior and critical thinking

assessment

taking steps to determine the needs of a specific population

assistant administrator

administrator who manages the day-to-day responsibilities in large companies or facilities

assisted-living facility

living facility primarily for seniors that provides meals, housekeeping, medication management, and other assistance with daily living activities as needed

assistive devices

medical equipment designed to help patients with disabilities perform everyday tasks and activities. Also known as protective or preventive decides, including tape, bandages, and braces that athletes or their trainers use to protective, prevent, or avoid injuries during a sport or other form of training that involves the human body

associate administrator

administrator who manages the day-to-day responsibilities in large companies or facilities

associate's degree in nursing (ADN)

a two-year degree for individuals seeking to become a registered nurse

association for education and rehabilitation of the blind and visually impaired (AER)

professional organization that provides support for professionals who work with those who are visually impaired

association of nutrition and food service professionals (ANFP)

nonprofit organization that serves members through advocacy, education, and research; offers credentials for certified dietary managers (CDMs) and Certified Food Protection professional (CFPP)

association of social work boards (ASWB)

agency that offers the licensing exam required to practice social work

athletic trainer

a professional who instructs athletes on correct technique and appropriate conditioning to maximize athletic performance while minimizing risk of injury

audiologist

professional that works with people who have hearing, balance, and related ear problems

audiology assistant

provides technician support for audiologists and extends services by completing routine tasks such as setting up and cleaning equipment and completing screening exams

autism spectrum disorders (ASD)

group of developmental disabilities that can cause significant social ,communication, and behavioral challenges

automated analyzer

Laboratory equipment that automatically prepares, measures, and reports content of body fluids or cells

automated external defibrillator (AED)

a portable device that checks the heart rhythm and restores a normal heart rhythm by sending an electric shock to the heart when the heart suddenly stops beating

avian (bird) influenza

strains of influenza virus that normally infect birds, including poultry but can sometimes pass to humans

bachelor of science in nursing (BSN)

a four-year degree obtained in order to become a registered nurse

bachelor's degree in social work (BSW)

entry-level degree that prepares graduates to work as caseworkers, health educators, and social and human services assistants

bar coding technology

the use of an optical scanner to electronically capture information encoded on a product

beam modification devices

devices that when kept in the path of a beam produce a desirable modification in the special distribution of the beam

behavior analyst

Specialist in the assessment and treatment of clients with skill deficits in language, motor, social, and reasoning skills.

behavioral disorder counselor

a psychotherapists who helps clients modify their behavior in a specific aspect of their life