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