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Ch. 2 Abbreviations
Abbreviations used for symptoms/ exam findings
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| SOB | shortness of breath |
| NAD | no acute distress (patient does not display intense symptoms) |
| A&O | alert and oriented (patient is aware of what is going on) |
| CTA | clear to auscultation (description of normal sounding lungs) |
| WNL | within normal limits |
| WDWN | well developed, well nourished (patient is growing/ has grown appropriately, does not appear malnourished) |
| RRR | regular rate and rhythm (description of normal heart) |
| CV | cardiovascular |
| HEENT | head, eyes, ears, nose and throat |
| PERRLA | pupils are equal, round, and reactive to light and accommodation |