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.
MeSH terms
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Abbreviations as Topic
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Interprofessional Relations
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Medical Records / legislation & jurisprudence
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Medical Staff, Hospital / psychology
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Medicine*
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Physician-Patient Relations
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Physicians / ethics
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Physicians / psychology*
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Students, Medical / psychology
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Terminology as Topic*
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United Kingdom
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Verbal Behavior* / ethics
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Wit and Humor as Topic