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Terminology
Abbreviations
Term | Definition |
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SOB | shortness of breath |
morbidity mor-BID-ih-tee | the risk for being sick |
HEENT | head, eyes, ears, nose, and throat |
FHx | family history |
WDWN | well developed, well nourished(the patient is growing has grown appropriately and does not appear to be malnourished) |
malaise mah-layz | not feeling well |
malignant mah-LIG-nant | dangerous; a problem |
Dx | diagnosis |
lateral LA-ter-al | out to the side |
prone PROHN | laying down on belly |