A-P Medical Abbreviations Flashcards

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What does A&P stand for?

Aorta and pulmonary

After and prior

Anterior and posterior (correct)

All and part

What does āā mean?

Of each

What does Ab stand for?

Abortion

What does abd mean?

Abdomen Signup and view all the answers

What does ABG stand for?

Arterial Blood Gas Signup and view all the answers

What does ACLS stand for?

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Signup and view all the answers

What does ACTH stand for?

Adrenocorticotropic hormone Signup and view all the answers

What does ADH stand for?

Antidiuretic Hormone Signup and view all the answers

What does Ad lib mean?

As desired Signup and view all the answers

What does ADL stand for?

Activities of Daily Living Signup and view all the answers

What does adm mean?

Admission Signup and view all the answers

What does AED stand for?

Automated External Defibrillator Signup and view all the answers

What does ambulate mean?

Walk Signup and view all the answers

What does AP stand for?

Apical Pulse Signup and view all the answers

What does ANS stand for?

Autonomic Nervous System Signup and view all the answers

What does amal stand for?

Amalgam Signup and view all the answers

What does ARC stand for?

AIDS Related Complex Signup and view all the answers

What does ART stand for?

Acute Renal Failure Signup and view all the answers

What does AROM stand for?

Active Range of Motion Signup and view all the answers

What does ASCVD stand for?

Arteriosclerosis Cardiovascular Disease Signup and view all the answers

What does ASHD stand for?

Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease Signup and view all the answers

What does av stand for?

Average Signup and view all the answers

What does AV stand for?

Arteriovenous Signup and view all the answers

What does Ba stand for?

Barium Signup and view all the answers

What does B&B stand for?

Bowel and Bladder Training Signup and view all the answers

What does B&C stand for?

Biopsy and Conization Signup and view all the answers

What does BBB stand for?

Bundle Branch Block Signup and view all the answers

What does BBS stand for?

Bilateral Breath Sounds Signup and view all the answers

What does BE stand for?

Barium Enema Signup and view all the answers

What does bil stand for?

Bilateral Signup and view all the answers

What does BM stand for?

Bowel Movement or Bone Marrow Signup and view all the answers

What does BMR stand for?

Basal Metabolic Rate Signup and view all the answers

What does BPH stand for?

Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy Signup and view all the answers

What does BR stand for?

Bed Rest Signup and view all the answers

What does BRP stand for?

Bathroom Privileges Signup and view all the answers

What does BSE stand for?

Breast Self Examination Signup and view all the answers

What does BUN stand for?

Blood Urea Nitrogen Signup and view all the answers

What does Bx stand for?

Biopsy Signup and view all the answers

What does č mean?

With Signup and view all the answers

What does Ca stand for?

Calcium Signup and view all the answers

What does CA stand for?

Cancer Signup and view all the answers

What does CABG stand for?

Coronary Artery Bypass Signup and view all the answers

What does CAD stand for?

Coronary Artery Disease Signup and view all the answers

What does CBC stand for?

Complete Blood Count Signup and view all the answers

What does CC stand for?

Chief Complaint Signup and view all the answers

What does CDC stand for?

Centers of Disease Control Signup and view all the answers

What does CF stand for?

Cystic Fibrosis Signup and view all the answers

What does CHD stand for?

Coronary Heart Disease Signup and view all the answers

What does CHF stand for?

Congestive Heart Failure Signup and view all the answers

What does CHO stand for?

Carbohydrate Signup and view all the answers

What does co, c/o stand for?

Complains of Signup and view all the answers

What does CO stand for?

Carbon Monoxide Signup and view all the answers

What does COPD stand for?

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Signup and view all the answers

What does CP stand for?

Cerebral Palsy Signup and view all the answers

What does CPAP stand for?

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Signup and view all the answers

What does CT stand for?

Computerized Tomography Signup and view all the answers

What does CVA stand for?

Cerebral Vascular Accident Signup and view all the answers

What does Cx stand for?

Cervix Signup and view all the answers

What does CxR stand for?

Chest X-ray Signup and view all the answers

What does D&C stand for?

Dilatation and Curettage Signup and view all the answers

What does D/C stand for?

Discontinue/Discharge Signup and view all the answers

What does DEA stand for?

Drug Enforcement Agency Signup and view all the answers

What does del stand for?

Delivery Signup and view all the answers

What does DOD stand for?

Date of Death Signup and view all the answers

What does Dr stand for?

Dram, drainage Signup and view all the answers

What does EBL stand for?

Estimated Blood Loss Signup and view all the answers

What does EENT stand for?

Ear, Eye, Nose, Throat Signup and view all the answers

What does EMG stand for?

Electromyogram Signup and view all the answers

What does etiolog stand for?

Etiology Signup and view all the answers

What does ext stand for?

Extract Signup and view all the answers

What does FAS stand for?

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Signup and view all the answers

What does FBS stand for?

Fasting Blood Sugar Signup and view all the answers

What does FC stand for?

Foley Catheter Signup and view all the answers

What does Fe stand for?

Iron Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

A-P Medical Abbreviations Overview

A&P refers to Anterior and Posterior, fundamental terms in anatomy.
Ab is shorthand for Abortion, a term used in healthcare.
Abd stands for Abdomen, a central area in human anatomy.
ABG indicates Arterial Blood Gas, a test measuring oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood.
ACLS means Advanced Cardiac Life Support, crucial for emergency cardiac care.
ACTH, or adrenocorticotropic hormone, stimulates hormone production in the adrenal glands.
ADH refers to Antidiuretic Hormone, which regulates water balance in the body.
Ad lib means "As desired," typically used in medical instructions to indicate flexibility in care.
ADL stands for Activities of Daily Living, essential for assessing a patient's functional status.
Adm indicates Admission, referring to the process of entering a patient into a healthcare facility.
AED is an Automated External Defibrillator, a lifesaving device used in emergencies.
Ambulate means to Walk, often used in rehabilitation contexts.
AP signifies Apical Pulse, which is critical for assessing heart rate and rhythm.
ANS represents the Autonomic Nervous System, controlling involuntary bodily functions.
Amal is short for Amalgam, often related to dental materials.
ARC stands for AIDS-related complex, referring to a group of symptoms experienced by individuals with HIV/AIDS.
ART is an abbreviation for Acute Renal Failure, a serious kidney condition.
AROM stands for Active Range of Motion, critical in physical therapy assessments.
ASCVD signifies Arteriosclerosis Cardiovascular Disease, often related to heart health.
ASHD refers to Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease, a condition affecting blood vessel health.
AV means Arteriovenous, indicating a connection between arteries and veins.
Barium (Ba) is often used in diagnostic imaging procedures.
B&B highlights Bowel and Bladder training, important in nursing care.
Bx is used for Biopsy, a procedure to obtain tissue samples.
CBC stands for Complete Blood Count, an essential blood test providing critical health information.
CC means Chief Complaint, identifying the primary issue patients present with.
CF refers to Cystic Fibrosis, a genetic disorder affecting the respiratory and digestive systems.
CHF stands for Congestive Heart Failure, a chronic condition that affects heart function.
COPD means Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, a common lung disease.
CT is an acronym for Computerized Tomography, used in imaging for detailed body scans.
D&C refers to Dilatation and Curettage, a surgical procedure often related to women's health.
D/C indicates Discontinue or Discharge, referring to ceasing treatment or releasing a patient.
EBL stands for Estimated Blood Loss, used to assess fluid loss during procedures.
EMG is short for Electromyogram, testing the electrical activity of muscles.
FBS refers to Fasting Blood Sugar, crucial in diabetes management.
FC stands for Foley Catheter, a tube used for urinary drainage.
Fe represents Iron, a vital nutrient for blood health.

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Test your knowledge of common medical abbreviations with these flashcards. Each card provides a term and its definition, focusing on various aspects of medical terminology. Perfect for students in healthcare fields looking to enhance their vocabulary.