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ADS |
Autodisable syringe |
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AEB |
Accidental exposure to blood |
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AEFI |
Adverse events following immunization |
| °C | Degree Celcius |
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ENL |
Ear, nose and throat |
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EPI |
Expanded programme on immunization |
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HIV |
Human immunodeficiency virus |
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IgG |
Immunoglobulin G |
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IgM |
Immunoglobulin M |
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IM |
Intramuscular route |
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IU |
International unit |
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IV |
Intravenous route |
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OR |
Odds ratio |
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ORS |
Oral rehydration solution (or salts) |
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PB |
Brachial perimeter |
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PO |
Per os (oral route) |
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RR |
Respiratory rate |
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RR |
Reproduction ratio |
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RUTF |
Ready to use therapeutic food |
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Rx |
Treatment |
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SC |
Subcutaneous route |
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SIA |
Supplementary immunization activities |
| SpO2 | Arterial blood oxygen saturation measured by pulse oximetry |
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VC |
Vaccination coverage |
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VVM |
Vaccine vial monitor |
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W/H |
Weight-for-height |
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WHO |
World Health Organization |