Glossary W

Warfarin diet

Layman's explanation

Food that has consistent amounts of vitamin K as it may affect the effectiveness of warfarin in reducing blood clotting

Used in a sentence

Patients who are prescribed warfarin are recommended to have consistent amounts of vitamin K as it may affect the effectiveness of warfarin in reducing blood clotting.

Weight-bearing as tolerated (WBAT)

Layman's explanation

Only allowed to take steps with affected leg within pain and comfort level

Used in a sentence

After his left knee replacement surgery, Mr Lee is only allowed to walk and take steps with his left leg within his pain and comfort level.

Wheelchair mobility

Layman's explanation

Only allowed to move around in a wheelchair

Used in a sentence

As your father’s wound is not completely healed, he is only allowed to move around in a wheelchair.