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Derecruitment

A term applied to the collapse of individual alveoli sacs such that they are…

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Dermatitis

A general term referring to any inflammation of the skin; may be caused by…

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Dermatome

A segmental area of skin and subcutaneous tissue innervated by branches of a specific…

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Dermis

The dermis contains two types of fibers: elastin, which gives skin its elasticity, and…

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Desaturation

A general term describing loss of or insufficient amount of oxygen combined with the…

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Detergent

A cleansing substance which loosens debris and holds it in suspension so it can…

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Device days

The total number of days that a specific type of device is used in…

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Diagnosis Related Groups (DRG)

The capitated rate allowed by insurance carriers according to patient diagnosis.

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Diagnosis-related group (DRG)

Diagnosis-related group specifically identified for reimbursement. There are approximately 500 groups each roughly categorized…

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Diaphragm

The dome-shaped skeletal muscle separating the abdomen from the thoracic cavity. It contracts with…

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Diathermy

The production of heat in body tissues for therapeutic purposes by non-damaging high-frequency currents.

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