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Chapter 2 Abbr.symp
Abbreviations used for symptoms or exam findings
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| SOB | shortness of breath |
| HEENT | head, eyes, ears, nose, and throat |
| PERRLA | pupils are equal, round, and reactive to light and accommodation |
| NAD | no acute distress (the patient does not display and intense symptoms) |
| CV | cardiovascular |
| RRR | regular rate and rhythm (description of a normal heart on exam) |
| CTA | clear to auscultation (description of normal-sounding lung) |
| WDWN | well developed, well nourished (the patient is growing or has grown appropriately and does not appear to be malnourished ) |
| A&O | alert and oriented (the patient can answer question and is aware of what's going on) |
| WNL | within normal limits |
| NOS | not otherwise specified |
| NEC | not elsewhere classified |