what is CDL

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Members are discussing the meaning of the abbreviation "CDL" found on a charting paper in a medical setting. Suggestions for what it could stand for include Commercial Driver's License, California Driver's License, closed duodenal loop, and cardiac diagnostic lab. There is also a caution against using abbreviations in medical documentation and a recommendation to check institutional lists of approved abbreviations.

Hello everyone,

I am a new nurse just started working a week ago. I saw "CDL" on a charting paper. I asked the nurse what it means, but I forgot when I got home -_- Can anyone help me out? Thanks!!!!

Did it say CLD instead? which is clear liquid diet

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So, I found out. CDL stands for cardiac diagnostic lab. It may just being used in my hospital.

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Specializes in retired LTC.

Thanks for letting us know. Now what's in a CDL? Hate to be putting you on the spot ...

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Your institution probably has a list of approved abbreviations. I'd make a copy of that for future reference. Some places also have a list of departmental abbreviations--might want to check that, too.

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