Evaluate the following transcribed sentences and determine whether the abbreviations were transcribed correctly
1. The patient's BNP is now 1000, indicating a progression of her congestive heart failure.
2. A CVC will be ordered tomorrow to check for further bleeding and to monitor her white count.
3. Her most recent CNS showed E coli susceptible to ciprofloxacin.
4. The patient returns for her 18-month well-baby checkup and for Hiv and DTaP boosters.
5. The patient has had a flu-like illness for the past 2 weeks. EBC titers will be drawn today.
6. The patient has a history of a broken arm treated with ORIS.
1. Correct
2. CBC (complete blood count)
3. C&S (culture and sensitivity)
4. Hib (Haemophilus influenza type b)
5. EBV (Epstein Barr virus)
6. ORIF (open reduction internal fixation)
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