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Airwolf

Tags: aircraft , Aeromedical

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Definition:
The name given to a air ambulance, based on a 1980's TV show. Airwolf was an American television series that ran from 1984 through 1987. The program concerned a high-tech military helicopter, code named Airwolf, and her crew as they undertook various missions, many involving espionage, with a Cold War theme.
Usage:
The Airwolf will only take 30 minutes to get there. Now you know, and knowing is half the battle.
Synonyms:
air ambulance

Created Mar 06, 2010

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foreverectomy

Tags: case , medical case , procedure , operation , surgery

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Definition:
A medical procedure that takes an eternity to finish.
Usage:
I don't think I'm going to be able to make the Clapton concert tonight--we've got a foreverectomy in progress. I feel like pulling a baby Clapton and jumping out of a window.

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noctor

Tags: nurse , doctor , ego trip

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Definition:
The nurse that just came off of a 6-week training course and acts as though he or she is a doctor.
Usage:
What's with the new noctor on the floor? Can you believe she had to gall to demand the patient with the Swan?

Created Mar 06, 2010

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obs and gobs

Tags: obstetrics , gynaecology , women , female

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Definition:
Obstetrics and gynaecology.
Usage:
Wait, what?! You watch "Nurse Jackie", dude? Wow, you've spent too much time in obs and gobs, man.
Synonyms:
obstetrics and gynaecology

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rock

Tags: patient , hospital

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Definition:
A patient who stays on your service forever.
Usage:
Nurse 1: How was your maternity leave?

Nurse 2: It was nice--wait this guy's still here?! Jeez, he's a rock!

Created Mar 06, 2010

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