Medical Note Symbols
Copy common trend, temperature, electrolyte, gas, comparison, and change symbols for concise study notes.
The clinical shorthand symbols most often needed together are grouped here for faster study and personal note-taking.
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Trends
Mark increased or decreased observations.
Clinical direction
Connect findings and next steps.
Temperature
A copy-ready Celsius unit for readings.
Electrolytes
Frequently written positive ions.
Gases
Oxygen, carbon dioxide, and saturation notation.
Comparison
Threshold and approximation marks.
Change
Delta for a change in state or value.
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How do I copy these symbols?
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Can I use these in Notion or Google Docs?
Yes. These are standard text characters, so you can paste them into Notion, Google Docs, email, notes, and most other text fields.
Do these work in Microsoft Word?
Yes. Paste them into Word like ordinary text. Their exact appearance can vary slightly with the selected font.
What is the difference between similar symbols?
The groups on this page explain the practical differences between the medical note symbols shown here, including which forms fit common notes and equations.