| Term | Definition |
| r (circled) | right |
| LBP | low blood pressure / low back pain |
| LBW | low birth weight |
| LMP | last menstrual period |
| NKA | no known allergies |
| NKDA | no known drug allergies |
| OD | overdose / right eye |
| OS | left eye / mouth |
| OU | both eyes |
| PPD | post partum depression / packs per day |
| ROM | range of motion |
| SOB | short of breath |
| SUD | sudden unexpected death or unexplained |
| Sz | seizure |
| CPE | complete physical exam |
| CPEP | complete physical exam and pap |
| ETOH | ethyl alcohol |
| T&A | tonsillectomy and adnoidectomy |
| TIA | transient ischemic attack |
| y/o | years old |
| Rx | prescription |
| dil | diluted / dilate |
| HS | hours of sleep / half strength |
| ICU | intensive care unit |
| I&D | incision & drainage |