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Latest Edition of AAMT BOS

Posted By: Sue on 2006-02-06
In Reply to: Laid takes an object. sm - Winnie Ruth

Subject: Latest Edition of AAMT BOS

According to the latest edition of the AAMT BOS you are correct and other grammar sources on the web. Others see page 239.


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I think AAMT's latest rule is x2, but
Subject: I think AAMT's latest rule is x2, but

in their last book it was x 2, and next year they'll put out another book with some new way that the off-shore people are doing it. So I'd suggest you just do it your employer's way and keep documentation in case they suddenly change THEIR minds and deny they ever told you to do it that way.

;o]
FYI-AAMT BOS, edition 2
Subject: FYI-AAMT BOS, edition 2

Just thought I would pass on some information recently sent to me.


AAMT BOS  (Book of Style), 2nd edition


periods
Do not use periods within or at the end of most abbreviations, including acronyms, abbreviated units of measure, and brief forms. Use a period at the end of abbreviated English units of measure if they may be misread without the period. Better still, write out most English units of measure, thereby avoiding this use of a period at the end of an abbreviation.


wbc
WBC
mg
exam
prep
inch preferred to in. (Do not use in meaning inch without a period.)


However, use periods in lowercase drug-related abbreviations.
b.i.d.
q.4 h. = note it is "q.4" and then a space before the "h."
p.o.
p.r.n.


If a sentence terminates with an abbreviation that requires a period, do not add another period.
He takes Valium 5 mg q.a.m.
not He takes Valium 5 mg q.a.m..


plurals
Use a lowercase s without an apostrophe to form the plural of capitalized abbreviations, acronyms, and brief forms.
EEGs
PVCs
CABGs
exams


Use 's to form the plural of lowercase abbreviations.
rbc's
Use 's to form the plural of single-letter abbreviations.
X's


Hyphens and adjectives


15-year-old boy
The patient is a 33-year-old.
2-year 5-month-old child (note no comma in this)
5-1/2-year-old girl
1-month course
.38-caliber pistol - note no leading zero here - see below
two-thirds full
one-half normal saline
half-normal saline
She was panic-stricken
20-pack-year history
self-medicated
shell-like
 
For quantities less than 1, place a zero before the decimal point, except when the number could never equal 1 (e.g., in bullet calibers and in certain statistical expressions such as correlation coefficients and statistical probability).
0.75 mg
.22-caliber rifle


 


Per AAMT 2nd edition...
Subject: Per AAMT 2nd edition...

AAMT recommends dropping the period. See page 190.
AAMT second edition/spacing
Does anyone what the AAMT second edition says about character spacing? Specifically, is the standard now two spaces after a period? Thanks
AAMT BOS current edition prefers x2 (pg 428). nm
Subject: AAMT BOS current edition prefers x2 (pg 428). nm

xx
Latest BOS, is it p.r.n. or PRN?
Subject: Latest BOS, is it p.r.n. or PRN?

nm
I would think that the 4th edition would override the 3rd edition
Subject: I would think that the 4th edition would override the 3rd edition


I think that is the latest "politically correct" way nm
Subject: I think that is the latest "politically correct" way nm

Asian not Oriental
The latest "rule" is to leave of the 's sm
Subject: The latest "rule" is to leave of the 's sm

But if I'm not sure the client prefers it that way, I type as dictated to avoid any problems. If the doc says Crohn, I type that, but if he says Crohn's, that's what he gets.
2-5 and 1 or 2..........per BOS 2nd edition....nm
Subject: 2-5 and 1 or 2..........per BOS 2nd edition....nm


2nd Edition BOS from 2002 pg 428
Subject: 2nd Edition BOS from 2002 pg 428

:p
You know what they can do with their 2nd edition (and their 135th if they get that far?)
Subject: You know what they can do with their 2nd edition (and their 135th if they get that far?)

Guess
BOS 1st edition has q.6h. with no period between, pg 116. nm
Subject: BOS 1st edition has q.6h. with no period between, pg 116. nm


melenic, as per Sted's GI/GU 3rd edition. nm
Subject: melenic, as per Sted's GI/GU 3rd edition. nm


Homans? *no apostrophe* per BOS 2nd edition
Subject: Homans? *no apostrophe* per BOS 2nd edition


Book of Style 2nd edition....
Subject: Book of Style 2nd edition....

I don't know if you guys follow BOS rules but...

per BOS page 150 "When generic name and brand name of a medication sound alike, use the generic spelling unless it is certain that the brand name is being referenced." (Therefore, use KCl.)

Also per BOS p 461 Dangerous Abbreviations "Use complete spelling for drug names." (Therefore, use potassium chloride!) ?
Mine is 3rd edition, kind of old, OB-GYN, but thanks all. nm
Subject: Mine is 3rd edition, kind of old, OB-GYN, but thanks all. nm

xxx
deltopectoral...Sted's 5th edition. nm
Subject: deltopectoral...Sted's 5th edition. nm

s
I'm not seeing it in the 5th edition under Burlisher, clamps,
Subject: I'm not seeing it in the 5th edition under Burlisher, clamps,

s
It was in an old one, second edition under clamps (page 128)
Subject: It was in an old one, second edition under clamps (page 128)


Time format in BOS 3rd edition
Can anyone tell me what the specific rules are for time format in the new BOS on pages 337-339. A brief description would be great or u can scan and email it to me too, whichever.

I do intend to buy my own soon but I have to wait till payday. :(


Much appreciated !
Considering they change things every edition . . . sm
Subject: Considering they change things every edition . . . sm

I'd stick with the national standard for clarity's sake unless instructed to stringently follow BOS.  There is staging that is very involved and would look convoluted without spacing in my opinion; i.e, pT2a pN3 MX, etc.


My 3rd edition GI/GU Sted's has ileoconduit listed. nm
Subject: My 3rd edition GI/GU Sted's has ileoconduit listed. nm


Might find a used one on half.com. Make sure you get the Second Edition. nm
Subject: Might find a used one on half.com. Make sure you get the Second Edition. nm

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Stedman's Equipment Words 3rd edition.
Subject: Stedman's Equipment Words 3rd edition.

It is an old book, but reliable!  Your welcome!!
I have the same book- Third Edition and on page 1460
Subject: I have the same book- Third Edition and on page 1460

under needle there is BD spinal and right under that is Beath and a little further down is Beeth.

I understand for verying and yes, it is confusing when you see it spelled 2 different ways, but I do type Ortho reports on a daily basis and I have been told Beath. Also when I Google Beath needle there is a section under Shoulder Arthroscopy, books.google.com and the article is highlighting Beath pin and then Beath needle is there. This might help for verification.
Psych test S/L "DOSS" 2nd edition
Subject: Psych test S/L "DOSS" 2nd edition

... scored in the low average range. Non-verbal problem solving was low average.


 


Anyone know?


Time format rules in BOS 3rd edition?
Can anyone tell me what the specific rules are for time format in the new BOS on pages 337-339. A brief description would be great or u can scan and email it to me too, whichever is easier.

I do intend to buy my own soon but I have to wait till payday and I'm starting a new company right now that uses that book :(

TIA !
BOS edition 3 changed the hyphen rule
Subject: BOS edition 3 changed the hyphen rule

pg. 232 states not to use a hyphen to form a compound modifier between a number and a metric unit. A 0.5 cm flap is the new way to transcribe it.
No, it stands for brain according to Medical Abbreviations 9th Edition and the
Subject: No, it stands for brain according to Medical Abbreviations 9th Edition and the

Laboratory Test Handbook, 2nd Edition.
Yes, newest edition Tessiers. Hassan catheter,
Subject: Yes, newest edition Tessiers. Hassan catheter,

and then nothing but Hasson everything else.  Hassan catheter is cross referenced as well. Never saw it like that either. I have always found the Surgical Word Book to be very accurate. Oh well....Wish someone knew if there was a difference! There must be - but what is it?


 


Stedman's Ortho Fifth Edition, pages 286 and 407, for starters. sm
Subject: Stedman's Ortho Fifth Edition, pages 286 and 407, for starters. sm

Stedman's Surgery Words, Third edition, also references it with a space.
Hare traction as per Sted's Ortho 4th edition. sm
Subject: Hare traction as per Sted's Ortho 4th edition. sm

Here are a few refs also. Never heard of it too!!


 



Dynamed Hare Traction Splint





Dynamed Hare Traction Splint This unique traction device effectively realigns a fractured femur to proper position, which can reduce pain, restore profusion ...
www.progressivemed.com/emsproducts/Immobilization/hare_traction_splint.htm - 6k - Cached - Similar pages


Hare Traction Splint





Hare Traction Splint - Hare Traction Splint is an innovative traction splint suitable for most leg fractures. Hare Taction Splint sets the industray ...
www.haretractionsplint.com/ - 10k - Cached - Similar pages

Fourth Edition, gotta keep current! page A61 under CBC. nm
Subject: Fourth Edition, gotta keep current! page A61 under CBC. nm

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spring test clearly listed in Stedman Ortho 3rd edition
Subject: spring test clearly listed in Stedman Ortho 3rd edition

x
...'scuse! Sted's Ortho & Rehab Words. I think the 5th edition is the most recent. nm
Subject: ...'scuse! Sted's Ortho & Rehab Words. I think the 5th edition is the most recent. nm

s
I mostly use Stedman's Medical & Surgical Equipment Words, they are coming out with a new edition
Subject: I mostly use Stedman's Medical & Surgical Equipment Words, they are coming out with a new edition in 2008.


sub-Tenon as per Claudia Tessier, Surgical Word Book, Third Edition.
Subject: sub-Tenon as per Claudia Tessier, Surgical Word Book, Third Edition.

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According to Stedmans Ortho and Rehab Book, 4th Edition, plantarflexion is ONE word.
Subject: According to Stedmans Ortho and Rehab Book, 4th Edition, plantarflexion is ONE word.


I found Luque plates in Stedmans Ortho and Rehab Book, 4th Edition
Subject: I found Luque plates in Stedmans Ortho and Rehab Book, 4th Edition


My Claudia Tesserier Surgical Book, Third Edition has Alumafoam nasal splint, but Google
Subject: My Claudia Tesserier Surgical Book, Third Edition has Alumafoam nasal splint, but Google

has:
Use AlumaFoamŪ Finger Splint for fractures, strains, cuts and finger tip and nail bed injuries.

Use AlumaFoamŪ Fence Splint for simple fractures, bruises, strains, dislocations and lacerations of wrist or arm.

Use AlumaFoamŪ Nose Splint for post surgical or injured patient comfort.
may I just add something about AAMT...sm
Subject: may I just add something about AAMT...sm

While I used to respect the AAMT, the AAMT is not the end-all, be-all, and, in fact, prior to the late 1990s, their book was 80 pages long....


just my 2 cents....


According to AAMT and ..
Subject: According to AAMT and ..

the Pharmicist's association, q.d. is on the "dangerous abbreviations" list. So if you did shorten it to the abbreviation, it can only be "1 daily" or "1 every day"
And where did the AAMT
Subject: And where did the AAMT

get this information?
AAMT
Subject: AAMT

In my most humble opinion, I would think the AAMT BOS rules are set by AAMT, as Joint Commision accredits hospitals.  Some of the style guides that my account uses are actually requirements by Joint Commission, but not those specifically required by the BOS.  Anyone else have an opinion? 
I mean q.6h. (per AAMT)
Subject: I mean q.6h. (per AAMT)

nm
AAMT BOS
Subject: AAMT BOS


"I wrote him a prescription for 38 Tylox."  Am I supposed to type #38 or not?


 


Per AAMT
Subject: Per AAMT

Abbreviate units of measure, even if dictated in full, if they are accompanied by a numeral.

I would assume in your case since it is not accompanied by a number and has the word of between the two, then I would spell it out.
# according to AAMT
Subject: # according to AAMT

I type for a hospital so # are not written out.  I only have the first AAMT book.  In the new book, is it now standard to not write out #.  I am QAing a clinic where they told me to use my own judgement as half MT are writing them out and the other half are not.  What is new standard rule?
AAMT BOS
Subject: AAMT BOS

Use only with numerals. Use a lowercase x in expressions of area and volume, as a multiplication symbol, and when it takes the place of the word times.

A capital X is generally used to express magnification.

X30 magnification


x meaning by (dimensions)
Use a lowercase x to express by in dimensions.

Space before and after the x.

13 x 2 cm

x meaning for
When the word "times" is dictated and can be translated as for, it should be transcribed as for rather than using times or x.

D: The patient was given antibiotics to take times 2 weeks.
T: The patient was given antibiotics to take for 2 weeks.

x meaning times
When the word "times" is dictated and means the number of times a thing was done, the letter x can be used.

To keep this expression together and easily read as a unit, do not place a space after the x.

D: Blood cultures were negative times 3.
T: Blood cultures were negative x3.

Use the symbol x meaning times only when the x precedes a numeral.

D: Demerol was administered 3 times.
T: Demerol was administered 3 times. not ...3x.
Yes, BOS is from AAMT, but
Subject: Yes, BOS is from AAMT, but

what they base their decisions on I'll never know.

A new BOS is being written, and the new writers have some much better credentials than the former writers, so hopefully the new one will make actual sense. One can only hope.