(for R leg cellulitis): CMTS altered in R lower extremity: skin reddened, decreased ROM noted, skin hot to touch; pt c/o altered sensation (tingling) upon palpation, pedal pulses +2 bilaterally. CMTS intact in L lower extremity. Jan 21, '08. CMS as I was taught is related to circulation, motion and sensation. However maybe in the ER the abbreviation is different. For example, if a pt. has a cast placed proximally you would want to assess neurovascular function which would include circulation and not color.
forensic (Adjective) Relating to the use of science and technology in the investigation and establishment of facts or evidence in a court of law. forensic (Adjective) Relating to, or appropriate for courts of law. forensic (Adjective) Relating to, or used in debate or argument. Origin: From forensis, from forum
home / medterms medical dictionary a-z list / forensic definition Medical Definition of Forensic Forensic: Dealing with the application of scientific knowledge to legal problems and legal proceedings as, for example, in forensic anthropology, forensic dentistry, forensic experts, forensic medicine (legal medicine), forensic pathology, forensic science, etc. The word forensic has an unusual history. It comes from the Latin word forensis pertaining to a forum. In ancient Rome the forum was a market place where people gathered, not just to buy things, but also to conduct all kinds of business, including that of public affairs.