Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Bispectral index
An electroencephalographic measure of the effect of sedative and hypnotic drugs on an anesthetized patient. It is used to determine the level of central nervous system (CNS) depression. The index ranges from zero (completely unresponsive to stimulation) to 100 (awake and alert). At levels below 60, most patients are adequately sedated for surgery.
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Apnea-hypopnea index
The number of times in an hour when a sleeping person either stops breathing completely or has limited airflow. Each episode must last at least 10 sec. The AHI is one indicator of obstructive sleep apnea, although it is recognized as an imperfect diagnostic tool. An AHI of 30 or more events in an hour…
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Ankle-brachial index
A measure of the adequacy of blood flow to the arteries of the legs. It is used to gauge the severity of peripheral vascular disease.
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Addiction severity index
A structured assessment tool that evaluates the impact of addictive behavior on seven areas of living: alcohol use, drug use, employment, family relationships, illegal activities, physical health, and psychological health.
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Independent practice association
An integrated group of health care professionals who share patients, premiums, and practices to jointly manage costs, risks, and health care delivery.
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Independent living skills
Skills such as shopping, cooking, cleaning, and child care that are necessary for maintaining the home environment.
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Independent living center
A facility in the community that coordinates services for the disabled, including counseling, training, rehabilitation, assistance with devices, and respite care.
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Independent living
In rehabilitation, thriving on one’s own; living autonomously and actively in one’s own home and community.
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Indemnify
To protect the interests of another party against losses.
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Incyclophoria
Median or negative cyclophoria in which the affected eye, when covered, turns inward about its anteroposterior axis. Cyclotropia in which the eye turns inward toward the nose even when both eyes are open.
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