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Cancer-Related Anorexia/ Cachexia Syndrome Definition Multifactorial syndrome characterized by tissue wasting, loss of body weight, particularly of lean body (muscle) mass and to a lesser extent adipose tissue, metabolic alterations, fatigue, reduced performance status, very often accompanied by anorexia leading to a reduced food intake.
Cardiovascular Limitations and Symptoms Profile Definition Cardiovascular Limitations and Symptoms Profile has been validated in patients with chronic stable angina and further research is required before it can be recommended for routine use.
Cardioversion Cannabis Definition Also known as marijuana, draw, blow, weed, puff, shit, hash and ganja). Cannabis is a natural substance, which comes from the ‘‘Cannabis Sativa’’ plant. Use of cannabis produces a mild sense of euphoria, which is the feeling of well-being or elation.
Synonyms DC Cardioversion; Electrical Cardioversion Definition The act of converting an abnormal heart rhythm back to the normal rhythm, most commonly by delivering an electrical shock to the outside of the chest.
Caregiver Burden Cardiac Rehabilitation Definition Cardiac Rehabilitation has been defined as an intervention designed to optimize a patient’s physical, psychological and social functioning in addition to reducing morbidity and mortality after acute coronary syndromes.
Cardiovascular Disease Synonyms Circulatory Disease Definition Any disease of the heart (cardio) or blood vessels (vascular). This includes stroke, ischemic heart disease, heart failure, rheumatic fever and chronic rheumatic heart disease, and peripheral vascular disease.
Definition Caregiver Burden is the term which defines the negative effects which mainly occur when the role of a carer emerges at an unexpected time and causes changes in personal plans, leading to conflicts involving feelings of autonomy, freedom and independence.
Caregiver Burden Scale Definition The Caregiver Burden Scale is a simple instrument composed of 22 questions grouped into five dimensions (general tension, isolation, disappointment, emotional involvement and environment), covering important areas for caregivers, such as health, mental wellbeing, personal relationships, physical overload, social support, finances and home
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