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Chpt 2 Abbr 2
APHY
Term | Definition |
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Dx | diagnosis |
DDx | differential diagnosis |
Tx | treatment |
Rx | prescription |
H&P | history and physical |
Hx | history |
CC | chief complaint |
HPI | history of present illness |
ROS | review of symptoms |
PMHx | past medical history |
FHx | family history |
NKDA | no known drug allergies |
PE | physical exam |
Pt | patient |
y/o | years old |
h/o | history of |
PCP | primary care provider |
f/u | follow up |
SOB | shortness of breath |
HEENT | head eyes ears nose throat |
PERRLA | pupils are equal, round, reactive to light and accommodation |
NAD | no acute distress |
CV | cardiovascular |
RRR | regular rate and rhythm |
CTA | clear to asucultation |
WDWN | well developed, well nourished |
A&O | alert and oriented |
WNL | within normal limits |
NOS | not otherwise specified |
NEC | not elsewhere classified |
PO | per os (by mouth) |
NPO | nil per os (nothing by mouth) |
PS | per rectum (anal) |
IM | intramuscular |
SC | subcutaneous |
IV | intravenous |
CVL | central venous line |
PICC | peripherally inserted central catheter |
Sig | instructions short for signa (label) |