Dorlands Dictionary of Medical Acronyms and Abbreviations , 8th Edition (Dictionary of Medical Acronyms & Abbreviations) (Original PDF from Publisher)

Dorlands Dictionary of Medical Acronyms and Abbreviations , 8th Edition (Dictionary of Medical Acronyms & Abbreviations) (Original PDF from Publisher)

Author: Sean Webb Dorland

Every language used in the healthcare industry offers quick , practical shortcuts , but these abbreviations and acronyms can be confusing and , if misunderstood or overused , can obstruct clear communication .

The eighth edition of Dorland’s Dictionary of Medical Acronyms and Abbreviations removes any ambiguity from using and understanding the hundreds of terminology used in various medical disciplines . This current Dorland’s dictionary , which is alphabetically arranged for rapid reference , is a crucial tool for understanding almost any medical abbreviation you may meet . provides more than 90,000 detailed definitions for abbreviations , acronyms and symbols in a single trustworthy , manageable reference .

contains acronyms and abbreviations relating to COVID-19 , both in a separate section and throughout the document . includes numerous new terminology from numerous disciplines, including pharmacy , pediatrics , epidemiology , microbiology , veterinary medicine , new medical societies and associations , and government organizations involved in matters of health . includes a section specifically devoted to symbols used as abbreviations . Contains a list of abbreviations to stay away from , including those from the Joint Commission and the Institute for Safe Medication Practices .

Dorlands Dictionary of Medical Acronyms and Abbreviations , 8th Edition (Dictionary of Medical Acronyms & Abbreviations) (Original PDF from Publisher)

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