Glossary

neutropenia – very low amount of neutrophils (neutrophils are white blood cells that fight bacterial infections).

qualitative (in a study) – where what is being measured either fits one of several categories, or includes descriptive results.

coronary heart disease (CHD) refers to the three main arteries that supply blood from the heart.

A coronary by-pass is a surgical operation to provide a new route for blood to reach the heart when coronary arteries become blocked.

duration of ruptured membranes – time between when the mother’s waters break and the actual delivery.

Hickman line – a fixed central line that is used to deliver IV drugs close to where they are needed in the body.