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Vital Signs abbrev
Yellow Mod - vital signs abbreviations
Question | Answer |
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ABG | arterial blood gases |
BMI | body mass index |
BP | blood pressure |
CCU | coronary care unit |
COLD | chronic obstructive lung disease |
CHF | congestive heart failure |
CSM | circulation, sensation and movement |
CVA | cerebrovascular accident |
DB & C | deep breathing and coughing |
Ht | height |
ICU | intensive care unit |
MI | myocardial infarction |
PFT | pulmonary function test |
PRN | as required |
PVA | peripheral vascular accident |
RT/RRCP | registered respiratory technician |
SPD | sterile processing department |
TPR | temperature, pulse and respiration |
Wt | weight |
AF | atrial fibrillation |