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Medical Terminology
CH 2 Table 2 - 14 Abbreviations and Symbols - A
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| A&O | alert and oriented |
| ā | before |
| ac | before meals |
| ad lib. | as desired, at discretion |
| ADLs | activities of daily living |
| BRP | bathroom privileges |
| bid | twice a day |
| AMA | against medical advice |
| B/S | bedside |
| eval. | evaluate, evaluation |
| EOB | edge of bed |
| ELOS | estimated length of stay |
| Dx | diagnosis |
| DOB | date of birth |
| DNR | do not resuscitate |
| D/C, d/c | discharge, discontinue |
| cont. | continue |
| CC, C/C | chief complaint |
| ć | with |
| c/o | complains of |