Medical Abbreviations and Terminology (A)

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AAROM

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active assisted range of motion

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abd

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abdomen

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ABR

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absolute bed rest

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ac, a.c.

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before meals

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AD

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Alzheimer's Disease

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ad lib

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as desired

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ADL's

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activities of daily living

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adm.

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admission

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AED

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automated external defibrillator

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AHA

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American Heart Association