Physical therapists often use medical abbreviations in their note writing. To the non-trained therapists, these abbreviations and shorthand annotations can often be confusing. Below is a list of commonly used physical therapy abbreviations. You may also see various abbreviations on a prescription for physical therapy from your doctor. Learning these abbreviations can help you determine what sort of techniques your PT may be using to help you fully recover.
A valid Passport is a piece of government photo identification that will allow you to travel internationally as it is only available to citizens of the country issuing it. Some countries also require a visa in order for you to enter.
A passport's validity is generally determined by the applicant's age. In the US, passports issued for adults ages 16 and older are valid for 10 years. Children 15 years of age and under receive passports valid for 5 years. There are two primary exceptions to this rule: a second passport is valid for 2 years and an emergency passport is valid for 1 year. In some instances, when replacing a lost passport, for example, the Department of State may issue a passport with lesser validity (usually 1 or 2 years).