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MLT 410 Weeks 1-3<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medical Terminology Dictionary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Comprehensive Guide for Phlebotomy Students<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CATEGORY 1: Testing Classifications & Regulations<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Waived Testing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Definition: <\/strong>Medical tests that are simple to perform and have low risk of producing incorrect results. These tests are cleared by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) for use at home or in basic healthcare settings without extensive laboratory training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The pharmacy sells several waived testing kits, including pregnancy tests and COVID-19 antigen tests, which patients can safely use at home.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Examples:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \n
  • Pregnancy testing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • COVID-19 antigen tests<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Urinalysis (UA) dipstick<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Glucose monitoring<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>Federal regulatory standards established in 1988 that ensure quality laboratory testing. CLIA sets requirements for all facilities that perform laboratory testing on human specimens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“Our laboratory must maintain CLIA certification to legally perform patient testing and ensure we meet all federal quality standards.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>A federal law that protects patients’ personal health information (PHI) from being disclosed without the patient’s consent or knowledge. HIPAA establishes privacy and security standards for healthcare information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“As a phlebotomy student, you must follow HIPAA regulations and never discuss a patient’s medical information in public areas like elevators or cafeterias.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Key Term: PHI (Protected Health Information)<\/strong> – Any individually identifiable health information that is protected under HIPAA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    POCT (Point of Care Testing)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>Medical diagnostic testing performed at or near the site of patient care, such as at the bedside or in a doctor’s office, rather than in a central laboratory. POCT provides immediate results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The nurse used POCT to check the patient’s blood glucose level at the bedside, receiving results within seconds instead of waiting for the laboratory.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Complexities of Testing (Levels)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>The classification system that categorizes laboratory tests based on their difficulty and risk of error.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Three Levels:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Waived Complexity<\/strong> – Simplest tests with lowest risk<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context: “Waived complexity tests like urine pregnancy tests can be performed with minimal training.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Moderate Complexity<\/strong> – Tests requiring more training and quality control<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context: “Most routine laboratory tests fall under moderate complexity and require certified technicians.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. High Complexity<\/strong> – Most complex tests requiring specialized expertise<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context: “High complexity testing, such as genetic analysis, must be performed by highly trained laboratory scientists.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    CATEGORY 2: Regulatory Agencies & Organizations<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

    OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>A federal agency that ensures safe and healthful working conditions by setting and enforcing standards and providing training, outreach, education, and assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“OSHA requires all clinical laboratories to maintain a Chemical Hygiene Plan and an Exposure Control Plan to protect workers from hazardous materials and bloodborne pathogens.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    NAACLS (National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>The organization that accredits educational programs for clinical laboratory professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“Our phlebotomy program is accredited by NAACLS, ensuring that our curriculum meets national standards for laboratory education.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    ASCLS (American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>The professional organization for clinical laboratory professionals that provides continuing education, advocacy, and networking opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“Many medical laboratory technologists join ASCLS to stay current with industry developments and connect with other laboratory professionals.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    NCA (National Credentialing Agency)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>An organization that provides certification examinations for laboratory professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“After completing your training, you may take the NCA certification exam to become a credentialed phlebotomy technician.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    BOR (Board of Registry)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>The certification board that credentials laboratory professionals through examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The BOR examination validates that laboratory professionals have met the competency standards for their specialty.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>The largest professional organization for pathologists and laboratory professionals, which also provides certification examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“I earned my phlebotomy certification through ASCP, which is recognized by employers nationwide.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    TJC (The Joint Commission)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>An independent, non-profit organization that accredits and certifies healthcare organizations and programs in the United States, including clinical laboratories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The hospital prepared thoroughly for the TJC inspection to maintain its accreditation status and demonstrate compliance with quality standards.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    COLA (Commission on Office Laboratory Accreditation)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>A non-profit organization that provides laboratory accreditation, education, and consultation services, particularly for physician office laboratories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“Our physician’s office laboratory chose COLA accreditation because they specialize in smaller clinical settings.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    CAP (College of American Pathologists)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>The leading organization of board-certified pathologists that provides laboratory accreditation and proficiency testing programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“CAP accreditation is considered the gold standard in laboratory quality, with rigorous inspection requirements.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>The national public health agency of the United States that works to protect public health and safety through disease control and prevention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The CDC provides guidelines for handling infectious specimens safely in the clinical laboratory.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Key Note: <\/strong>The three primary agencies that provide laboratory accreditation are COLA, CAP, and TJC<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    CATEGORY 3: Laboratory Personnel & Structure<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

    CLS (Clinical Laboratory Scientist)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>A highly trained laboratory professional with a bachelor’s degree who performs complex testing, troubleshoots equipment, and may supervise other laboratory staff. Also called Medical Technologist (MT).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The CLS reviewed the abnormal test results and performed additional testing to confirm the diagnosis before releasing the report.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>A trained laboratory professional with an associate degree who performs routine laboratory tests under the supervision of a CLS or pathologist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“As an MLT, Sarah processes specimens and conducts standardized tests in the hematology department.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    CPT (Certified Phlebotomy Technician)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>A healthcare professional specifically trained in drawing blood from patients for diagnostic testing, transfusions, or donations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The CPT explained the blood draw procedure to the nervous patient and successfully collected the samples on the first attempt.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Lab Manager<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>The administrative supervisor who oversees daily laboratory operations, manages staff, ensures regulatory compliance, and handles budgeting and quality control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The lab manager schedules staff shifts, orders supplies, and ensures that all departments maintain their accreditation standards.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Lab Director<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>A physician or doctoral-level scientist who has overall responsibility for the laboratory’s operations, test accuracy, and regulatory compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The lab director, who is a board-certified pathologist, reviews all critical test results and approves new testing procedures.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    CATEGORY 4: Laboratory Departments<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

    Chemistry Department<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>The laboratory section that analyzes blood and body fluids for chemical components such as glucose, cholesterol, electrolytes, and enzymes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The chemistry department processes metabolic panels to evaluate kidney and liver function.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Coagulation Department<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>The laboratory section that performs tests to evaluate blood clotting function and monitor anticoagulation therapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The coagulation department performs PT and PTT tests to monitor patients taking blood-thinning medications.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Hematology Department<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>The laboratory section that studies blood cells, including counting and examining red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The hematology department discovered abnormal white blood cells during the patient’s CBC, prompting further investigation.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Urinalysis Department<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>The laboratory section that examines urine samples for chemical composition, physical properties, and microscopic elements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The urinalysis department detected bacteria and white blood cells in the urine sample, indicating a possible infection.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Microbiology Department<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>The laboratory section that identifies bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites that cause infectious diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The microbiology department cultured the throat swab to identify which bacteria was causing the patient’s strep throat.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Blood Bank Department (Immunohematology)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>The laboratory section responsible for blood typing, compatibility testing, and managing blood products for transfusions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“Before surgery, the blood bank department typed the patient’s blood and cross-matched compatible units for potential transfusion.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Pathology Department<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>The laboratory section where tissue samples and cells are examined microscopically to diagnose diseases, including cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The pathology department analyzed the biopsy specimen to determine whether the tumor was benign or malignant.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Core Lab Model<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>An organizational approach that consolidates high-volume, routine testing departments into one physical location for efficiency. The core lab typically includes hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, and clinical chemistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“Our hospital uses a core lab model, centralizing routine tests in one area while keeping specialized departments like microbiology separate.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    CATEGORY 5: Safety & Regulations<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

    OSHA Mandated Plans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Chemical Hygiene Plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>A written safety program required by OSHA that outlines procedures for safely handling hazardous chemicals in the laboratory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“According to our Chemical Hygiene Plan, all corrosive substances must be stored in designated cabinets with secondary containment.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Exposure Control Plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>A written safety program required by OSHA that establishes procedures to minimize employee exposure to bloodborne pathogens such as HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The Exposure Control Plan requires immediate reporting of needlestick injuries and offers post-exposure prophylaxis to affected employees.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>Specialized clothing or equipment worn by laboratory professionals to protect against health and safety hazards. In the lab, this includes gloves, gowns, and masks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“Before entering the laboratory, put on your PPE: lab coat, gloves, and safety glasses to protect yourself from chemical splashes and bloodborne pathogens.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Chain of Custody<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>A legal document process that tracks the handling of specimens (especially for forensic, drug testing, or legal cases) from collection through testing to ensure the specimen’s integrity and prevent tampering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“For the workplace drug screening, the phlebotomist carefully maintained the chain of custody by documenting each person who handled the specimen and keeping it sealed.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Why it matters: <\/strong>Chain of custody ensures that specimens used as legal evidence are handled properly and can be verified in court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    SDS (Safety Data Sheets)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Definition: <\/strong>Standardized documents that provide detailed information about hazardous chemicals, including their properties, health hazards, protective measures, and emergency procedures. Formerly called MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“Before using the new disinfectant, consult the SDS to understand its chemical composition, potential health effects, and proper disposal methods.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What they contain:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \n
    • Chemical identification<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Hazard warnings<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • First aid measures<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Fire-fighting measures<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Handling and storage instructions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Exposure controls and PPE requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Physical and chemical properties<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Disposal considerations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Standard Precautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Definition: <\/strong>A set of infection control practices used to prevent transmission of diseases. The fundamental principle is to treat all blood, body fluids, and specimens as potentially infectious, regardless of the patient’s known infection status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“Following standard precautions, the phlebotomist wore gloves when drawing blood from every patient, whether they had a known infection or not.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Key Principle: <\/strong>Assume everything is infectious and protect yourself properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Nosocomial Infection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Definition: <\/strong>An infection that a patient acquires while receiving healthcare treatment in a medical facility. Also called healthcare-associated infection (HAI).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The patient developed a nosocomial infection, contracting pneumonia three days after being admitted to the hospital for a hip replacement.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      CATEGORY 6: Testing Phases<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

      Pre-Analytical Phase<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Definition: <\/strong>All steps that occur before laboratory testing begins, including test ordering, patient preparation, specimen collection, labeling, and transport to the laboratory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“During the pre-analytical phase, the phlebotomist verified the patient’s identity, collected the blood sample, and properly labeled the tubes.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Examples of pre-analytical activities:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        \n
      • Patient identification<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Test requisition<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Patient preparation (fasting, timing)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Specimen collection<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Labeling specimens<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Transporting specimens<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Analytical Phase<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Definition: <\/strong>The actual testing process when laboratory instruments and technicians analyze the specimen to generate results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“During the analytical phase, the chemistry analyzer measured the glucose concentration in the patient’s blood sample.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Examples of analytical activities:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

          \n
        • Running quality control samples<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Processing specimens on analyzers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Performing manual tests<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Interpreting test results<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Troubleshooting instrument errors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Post-Analytical Phase<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Definition: <\/strong>All steps that occur after testing is complete, including result verification, reporting results to healthcare providers, and result interpretation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“In the post-analytical phase, the lab technician reviewed the critical glucose value, called the physician immediately, and documented the result in the patient’s electronic record.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Examples of post-analytical activities:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

            \n
          • Reviewing and validating results<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Reporting critical values<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Transmitting results to physicians<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Storing specimens<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Maintaining records<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            CATEGORY 7: Professional Concepts<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

            Role of the Clinical Laboratory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            Definition: <\/strong>The clinical laboratory’s primary functions are the detection, diagnosis, and treatment monitoring of disease through scientific testing of patient specimens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“The clinical laboratory plays a crucial role in healthcare by providing objective data that physicians use for disease detection, accurate diagnosis, and monitoring treatment effectiveness.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Three Main Functions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

              \n
            • Detection<\/strong> – Identifying disease markers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Diagnosis<\/strong> – Confirming what disease is present<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Treatment monitoring<\/strong> – Tracking how well therapies are working<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Clear Communication<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              Definition: <\/strong>The precise, accurate, and timely exchange of information among healthcare team members to prevent errors and ensure patient safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Context Sentence: <\/em><\/strong>“Clear communication between the phlebotomist and the laboratory is essential – mislabeling a specimen or failing to note the collection time could lead to incorrect diagnoses and compromise patient safety.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Why it’s important: <\/strong>Clear communication ensures patient safety by preventing medical errors, ensuring accurate test results, and facilitating proper treatment decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Quick Reference: Common Abbreviations<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
              Abbreviation<\/strong><\/td>Full Term<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
              CLIA<\/strong><\/td>Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments<\/td><\/tr>
              HIPAA<\/strong><\/td>Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act<\/td><\/tr>
              PHI<\/strong><\/td>Protected Health Information<\/td><\/tr>
              POCT<\/strong><\/td>Point of Care Testing<\/td><\/tr>
              OSHA<\/strong><\/td>Occupational Safety and Health Administration<\/td><\/tr>
              NAACLS<\/strong><\/td>National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences<\/td><\/tr>
              ASCLS<\/strong><\/td>American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science<\/td><\/tr>
              NCA<\/strong><\/td>National Credentialing Agency<\/td><\/tr>
              BOR<\/strong><\/td>Board of Registry<\/td><\/tr>
              ASCP<\/strong><\/td>American Society for Clinical Pathology<\/td><\/tr>
              TJC<\/strong><\/td>The Joint Commission<\/td><\/tr>
              COLA<\/strong><\/td>Commission on Office Laboratory Accreditation<\/td><\/tr>
              CAP<\/strong><\/td>College of American Pathologists<\/td><\/tr>
              CDC<\/strong><\/td>Centers for Disease Control and Prevention<\/td><\/tr>
              CLS<\/strong><\/td>Clinical Laboratory Scientist<\/td><\/tr>
              MLT<\/strong><\/td>Medical Laboratory Technician<\/td><\/tr>
              CPT<\/strong><\/td>Certified Phlebotomy Technician<\/td><\/tr>
              PPE<\/strong><\/td>Personal Protective Equipment<\/td><\/tr>
              SDS<\/strong><\/td>Safety Data Sheets<\/td><\/tr>
              UA<\/strong><\/td>Urinalysis<\/td><\/tr>
              HAI<\/strong><\/td>Healthcare-Associated Infection<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

              Study Tips for English Learners<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
                \n
              • Practice pronunciation <\/strong>of medical abbreviations by saying them aloud<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Create flashcards <\/strong>with the term on one side and definition on the other<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Use terms in sentences <\/strong>to understand context<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Study in categories <\/strong>rather than trying to memorize everything at once<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Connect new terms <\/strong>to concepts you already understand<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Review regularly <\/strong>– medical terminology requires repeated exposure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                This dictionary is designed to support your success in the Saddleback College Phlebotomy Program.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                Review these terms regularly and use them in your daily studies to build confidence and competence.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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