Journals Flashcards
Nascent
especially of a process or organization) just coming into existence and beginning to display signs of future potential.
“the nascent space industry”
Incidence
the occurrence, rate, or frequency of a disease, crime, or something else undesirable.
“an increased incidence of cancer”
Prevalence
a measure of how often a disease, health condition, or risk factor affects a population at a specific time or during a given period. It can also refer to the proportion of a population with a particular characteristic during a given time period
What is a flat affect?
Flat affect causes people to not express emotions in the same way other people might. This is a symptom of other conditions, but is not a condition or disorder on its own.
What is schizophrenia?
Requires a medical diagnosis
Schizophrenia is characterized by thoughts or experiences that seem out of touch with reality, disorganized speech or behavior, and decreased participation in daily activities. Difficulty with concentration
What is p-tau?
The phospho-tau (p-tau)/total tau (t-tau) ratio is a biomarker that can be used to diagnose and predict the progression of a number of neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease, mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and traumatic brain injury (TBI)
What is Hypercapnia?
Hypercapnia is when you have high levels of carbon dioxide in your blood. Carbon dioxide is a waste product that your body gets rid of when you exhale. If you can’t get rid of it, it can build up in your blood.
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Agentic
Agentic means having the ability to act independently, make decisions, and pursue goals. It can also refer to a mindset or approach that exhibits these characteristics.