Table 3: Examples of mal-interpretation of abbreviations across specialties
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GROUPS |
ABBREVIATIONS |
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HV |
MT |
TT |
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Orthopaedic Surgeons |
Hallux Valgus |
Metatarsal |
Tendon Transfer |
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A &
E Physicians |
High Velocity |
Mental Test score |
Tetanus Toxoid |
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Occupational
Therapists |
Home Visit |
Management Team |
Treatment |
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Nurses |
Health Visitor |
Medical Technician |
Tourniquet Time |
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General
Physicians |
High Vaginal swab |
Multidisciplinary Team |
Thrombin Time |