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med term
abbreviations
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Dx | diagnosis |
| DDx | differential diagnosis |
| Tx | treatment plan |
| Rx | prescription |
| H&P | history and physical |
| Hx | history |
| CC | chief complaint |
| HPI | history present illness |
| ROS | review of system |
| PMHx | past medical history |
| FHX | family history |
| NKDA | no known drug allergy |
| PE | physical exam |
| pt | patient |
| y/o | years old |
| h/o | history of |
| PCP | primary care physician |
| FU | follow up |
| RRR | regular rate and rythym [for heart] |
| CCA | clear to auscultation |
| WDWN | well developed well nourished |
| A&O | alert and oriented |
| WNL | within normal limits |
| NOS | not otherwise specified |
| SOB | shortness of breath |
| HEENT | head eyes ears nose and throat |
| PERRLA | pupils are equal round responsive to light and accommodations |
| NAD | no acute distress |
| CV | cardiovascular |
| VS | vital sign |
| T | temperature |
| BP | blood pressure |
| HR | heart rate |
| Ht | height |
| Wt | weight |
| BMI | body mass index |
| I/O | intake output |