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1. Translate to plain language. Carrie’s lungs were normal at birth, but thick bronchial secretions soon blocked her bronchioles which became inflamed. She was losing weight, and tests revealed inadequate amounts of pancreatic enzymes. Her pediatrician diagnosed her with cystic fibrosis.

2. Please define the following terms that relate to “urination.”

1) Hematuria

2) Nocturia

3) Polyuria

4) Anuria

5) Oliguria

3. Translate the following from Medical Terminology to plain language:

The gastroenterologist scheduled an endoscopy and colonoscopy for Gerald. He will remain NPO until all of the tests are done. He may have an MRI scheduled as well.

4. Translate the following from medical terminology to plain language:

Lenny has CHF and hypertension. He sustained a myocardial infarction and is now scheduled for a CABG.  He will remain under the care of a cardiologist while he is in the hospital.