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