Master Canadian Nursing Abbreviations

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What does the acronym 'Pl' stand for?

past illness
present illness
patient information
prior limitations

The correct answer is: present illness

The acronym 'Pl' stands for present illness, which refers to the narrative section of a patient's medical history that describes their current health condition and symptoms. This includes information about when the symptoms started, their severity, and any treatments the patient has already received. 'Pl' is not used to describe past illnesses, patient information, or prior limitations, making the other options incorrect.