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What does P/E stand for?
Physical examination
What does PPH stand for?
Past pertinent history
What does R/O mean?
Rule out
What does SOAP stand for?
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What does TPR(W) stand for?
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What does WNL mean?
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What does BAR stand for?
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What does CCU stand for?
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What does ICU stand for?
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What does DLH stand for?
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What does DSH stand for?
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What does DOA mean?
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What does NAF stand for?
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What does ET Tube stand for?
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Study Notes
Veterinary Abbreviations and Their Meanings
- P/E: Physical examination; fundamental part of health assessment.
- PPH: Past pertinent history; relevant medical history for diagnosis.
- R/O: Rule out; the process of eliminating potential diagnoses.
- SOAP: Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan; structured method for patient evaluation.
- TPR(W): Temperature, pulse, respiration, (weight); vital signs monitoring.
Clinical Observations and Units
- WNL: Within normal limits; indicates no abnormalities detected.
- BAR: Bright, alert, responsive; a clinical observation of an animal's general condition.
- CCU: Critical care unit; specialized area for critically ill patients.
- ICU: Intensive care unit; high-support care setting for severe cases.
Emergency and Surgical Terms
- DOA: Dead on arrival; indicates animals that cannot be revived upon intake.
- ER: Emergency room; immediate care for urgent veterinary cases.
- OR: Operating room; facility for surgical procedures.
Common Procedures and Medications
- CWPM: Continue with previous medication; instruction following medical assessment.
- ET Tube: Endotracheal tube; device for airway management during anesthesia.
- RV: Rabies vaccine; critical vaccination for dogs and cats to prevent disease.
Feline and Canine Terms
- K-9: Canine/dog; often used to denote dog-related services or units.
- DLH: Domestic long hair; a breed specific term for cats.
- DSH: Domestic short hair; another breed specific category for cats.
Health Monitoring and Evaluations
- NAF: No abnormalities found; results indicating a normal exam.
- NSF: No significant findings; results indicating no major health issues.
- FVRCP: Feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, panleukopenia; a combination vaccine for cats.
Laboratory Measurements and Units
- mg: Milligram; a metric unit for measuring medication dosage.
- ml: Milliliter; used for liquid measurements in pharmaceuticals.
- kg: Kilograms; a unit of mass commonly used for animal weight.
Injection and Administration Routes
- IM: Intramuscular; method for administering injections into a muscle.
- IV: Intravenous; method for delivering fluids directly into the bloodstream.
- SC, SQ: Subcutaneous; indicates injection beneath the skin layer.
Surgical and Diagnostic Procedures
- THR: Total hip replacement; a surgical procedure for hip joint issues.
- TPLO: Tibial plateau leveling osteotomy; surgery to correct knee joint issues.
- C-Sect: Cesarean section; surgical delivery of puppies or kittens.
Common Veterinary Terms and Associations
- AAHA: American Animal Hospital Association; organization setting veterinary standards.
- AVMA: American Veterinary Medical Association; professional body for veterinarians.
- NAVTA: National Association of Veterinary Technicians of America; organization representing vet techs.
Specialized Conditions and Treatments
- GDV: Gastric Dilatation Volvulus; life-threatening condition affecting stomach.
- HBC: Hit by car; common trauma seen in emergency veterinary settings.
- FIP: Feline infectious peritonitis; a serious viral disease affecting cats.
Miscellaneous Abbreviations
- NPO: Nothing by mouth; protocol when fasting is required before procedures.
- stat: Immediately; designation for urgent actions needed in veterinary care.
- pc: After meals; instruction pertaining to administration timing for medications.
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