Patient (Pt)
Pt is a common clinical abbreviation for patient, the individual receiving healthcare services.
Definition
Pt is a common clinical abbreviation for patient, the individual receiving healthcare services.
Why it matters
Because “PT” can also mean physical therapy or physical therapist, documentation should use enough context to avoid ambiguity.
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