Literature DB >> 15124632

Medical slang in British hospitals.

Adam T Fox1, Michael Fertleman, Pauline Cahill, Roger D Palmer.   

Abstract

The usage, derivation, and psychological, ethical, and legal aspects of slang terminology in medicine are discussed. The colloquial vocabulary is further described and a comprehensive glossary of common UK terms provided in appendix. This forms the first list of slang terms currently in use throughout the British medical establishment.

Keywords:  Professional Patient Relationship

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Year:  2003        PMID: 15124632     DOI: 10.1207/S15327019EB1302_04

Source DB:  PubMed          Journal:  Ethics Behav        ISSN: 1050-8422


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