Nursing Metaparadigm
The attributes, characteristics, and actions of the nurse providing care on behalf of in conjunction with, the client.
Nursing
-cide
killing
DC or D/C
Discontinued
hem
via
by or through
The recipient of nursing care and may include individuals, patients, groups, families, and communities
Person
circum
around
DOA
Dead on Arrival
hemi
one half
VS
vital signs
Environment
-cision
a cutting
Drsg
Dressing
hepato
liver
WBC
white blood cells
Defined as the degree of wellness or well-being that the client experiences
Health
contra
against, opposite
Dx
Diagnosis
histo
tissue
WNL
within normal limits
cranio
cranium
ECG or EKG
Electrocardiogram
homeo
same, alike
ht and wt
height and weight