NWB stands for non-weight bearing. Also active ROM is better than passive ROM because your patient is involved in their more in their care and also they are working their muscles more.
Non-Weight Bearing
NWB
"One" has the same meaning in medical terminology and in lay language.
Via means through or by way of in medical terms, as in common language.
AM means morning, just as in lay language.
Resembling has the same meaning in medical terminology as in lay language: looking like.
In the context of a blood draw, "NWB" typically stands for "No Wash Before," indicating that the blood sample should be collected without prior washing of the site. This term is often used in specific laboratory protocols to ensure accurate results or to avoid contamination. Always refer to specific lab guidelines for precise interpretations.
The medical abbreviation ASL stands for American Sign Language, which is a visual language used by Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals for communication. It is not related to a medical condition or diagnosis.
"Color" has the same meaning in medical terminology and in lay language. "Calor" means "heat" in medical terminology.
It means range of motion.
Surrounding has the same meaning in medical and lay language. It means found all around.
Bordering means the same thing in medical terms and lay language: it means touching or borndering.