Author: Glossary
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Digoxin immune fab for injection
A monoclonal antibody for use in treating life-threatening overdose of digoxin or digitoxin. This fragment antigen binding (Fab) substance combines with molecules of digoxin or digitoxin, which are then excreted by the kidneys.
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Risk for compromised human dignity
At risk for perceived loss of respect and honor.
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Dignathus
Having two jaws due to a congenital deformity.
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Diglyceride
A glyceride combined with two fatty acid molecules.
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Diglossia
The condition of having a double tongue.
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Digit span test
A test of immediate memory. The patient is asked to repeat a string of numerals spoken by the examiner. The string is made progressively longer in order to determine the numerals that can be recalled. Normally six or seven numbers can be repeated.
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Digital amniotome
A small apparatus that fits over the tip of the index finger. A small knifelike projection at the end of the device is used to puncture the bag of waters before delivery of the fetus. This usually expedites progression of labor.
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Digestive juice
One of several secretions that aid in processes of digestion.
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Parenteral digestion
The digestion of foreign substances by body cells as opposed to enteral digestion, which occurs in the alimentary canal.
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Pancreatic digestion
The digestion of proteins and fats by pancreatic enzymes released into the intestine.