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PROM medical abbreviation
PROM has 2 common meanings: "passive range of motion", "premature rupture of membranes". The context of the note or order decides which one is meant.
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for PROM), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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2 meanings of PROM
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| passive range of motion | None | Charting | |
| premature rupture of membranes | None | Charting |
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What does PROM mean in medical terms?
PROM has 2 common meanings: "passive range of motion", "premature rupture of membranes". The context of the note or order decides which one is meant.
Where is PROM used?
PROM shows up in charting. Its category here is charting.
Is PROM on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. PROM is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.