| Literature DB >> 15124632 |
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