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Health Sciences Institute Acronyms

Health Sciences Institute Acronym definitions Acronym Definition ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support AED Automated External Defibrillators AHA American Heart Association ANCC American Nurses Credentialing Center ASCP American Society of Clinical Pathology ASPT American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians BLS Basic Life Support CMA Certified Medicine Aide CNA Certified Nursing Assistant CPR Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation EKG Electrocardiograph EMT Emergency Medical Technician EMT-B Emergency Medical Technician - Basic EMS Emergency Medical Services GNA Geriatric Nursing Assistant LPN Licensed Practical Nurse MBON Maryland Board of Nursing N-CLEX National Council Licensure Examination PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification Board RN Registered Nurse

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