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Med term
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| proximal | closer to the center |
| distal | farther away from the center |
| lateral | out to the side |
| vantral/anterior | the front |
| cranial | towards the top |
| caudal | towards the bottom |
| dorsal/posterior | the back |
| CCU | coronary care unit |
| SICU | surgical intensive care unit |
| PACU | post-anesthesia care unit |
| I/O | intake/ output |
| contralateral | opposite side |
| ipsilateral | same side |
| unilateral | one side |
| bilateral | both sides |
| dorsum | top of hand or foot |
| plantar | the sole of the foot |
| palmar | the palm of the hand |
| Dx | diagnosis |
| DDx | differential diagnosis |