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FHR medical abbreviation
FHR means "fetal heart rate".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for FHR), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What FHR means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| fetal heart rate | None | Charting |
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What does FHR mean in medical terms?
FHR means "fetal heart rate".
Where is FHR used?
FHR shows up in charting. Its category here is charting.
Is FHR on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. FHR is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.