ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

S.M. (patient)

Okay, here is an explanation of "s.m. (patient)" like you are five years old:

When a person goes to the doctor or hospital, they become a "patient." This means that they are seeing a medical professional to help them feel better.

The "s.m." part refers to something called "sex and gender." This means whether the patient is a boy or girl (their sex) and whether they feel like a boy or girl (their gender). It helps doctors know more about the patient so they can provide the best care possible.

So "s.m. (patient)" just means that the doctor or nurse is paying attention to whether the patient is a boy or girl and how they identify. It's important to make sure the patient feels comfortable and respected when getting medical help.