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Chapter 2 Terms/Abbr.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Auscultation | To listen |
| Idiopathic | No specific known cause; it just happens |
| Sequela | A problem resulting from a disease or injury |
| Etiology | The cause |
| Palliative | Treating the symptoms but not getting rid of the cause |
| CC | Chief complaint |
| PACU | Post anesthesia care unit |
| WNL | Within normal limits |
| PO | Per OS (By mouth) |
| PRN | As needed |