(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
Because of its historical connection, the word forensic is commonly used in modern language to refer to legal evidence that is presented in court. The trustworthiness of evidence is crucial in criminal cases, and requires that the scientific methods used are reliable and accurate. The role of a forensic scientist is encapsulated by Locardâs Exchange Principle; a concept that is attributed to the medical doctor and criminologist Dr Edmund Locard.