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Concentration of pathogenic bacteria in the urine of 105 per ml or greater. Concentrations above this level have been thought to represent evidence of urinary tract infection, although infection may be present at much lower levels.  

A flat board, approx. 3 ft long and 2 ft wide, often made of laminated wood or plastic that is used to immobilize a seated patient with a mechanism for a potential neck or back injury. This device is used in combination with a cervical/head immobilization device or blanket roll and a rigid extrication collar.…

A synonym for pervasive developmental disorder, i.e., the group of illnesses known as “classical” autism, Asperger’s disorder, childhood disintegrative disorder (regressive autism), and Rett syndrome.  

Test of the ability to hear and understand speech. The threshold of detection is measured in decibels.  

Position taken and held for a long period, seen frequently in mental diseases.  

An autosomal recessive disorder in which motor neurons in the spinal cord die, leading to muscle paralysis. There are three types. Type 1 usually is fatal by age 4; the cause of death is respiratory paralysis. Types 2 and 3 are slower to progress. Treatments aim to prevent nutritional deficiencies, orthopedic deformities, and respiratory infections.…

The pressure of air at sea level when the temperature is 0°C (32°F). This is equal to 14.7 lb/sq in., or 760 torr, or 101,325 pascals (newtons per square meter).  

Loss of deep sensibility, causing inability to preserve equilibrium in standing.  

Ataxia due to spinal cord disease.  

Ataxia resulting from interference in conduction of sensory responses, especially proprioceptive impulses from muscles. The condition becomes aggravated when the eyes are closed.