Common Medical Abbreviations Quiz

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What does 'c with line over it' mean?

with (correct)

before

without

after

What does 'Ca' stand for?

calcium

What does 'CA' refer to in a medical context?

cancer

What is the meaning of 'CAD'?

coronary artery disease Signup and view all the answers

What does 'CAT' stand for?

computerized axial tomography Signup and view all the answers

What does 'CBC' represent?

complete blood count Signup and view all the answers

What does 'CC' stand for in medical terms?

chief complaint Signup and view all the answers

What does 'CHF' mean?

congestive heart failure Signup and view all the answers

What does 'CNS' stand for?

central nervous system Signup and view all the answers

What does 'C/O' mean?

complaining of Signup and view all the answers

What does 'COPD' stand for?

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'CP'?

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 'CPR' mean?

cardiopulmonary resuscitation Signup and view all the answers

What does 'CT' stand for?

computerized tomography Signup and view all the answers

What does 'CVA' mean?

cardiovascular accident Signup and view all the answers

What does 'CXR' represent?

chest x-ray Signup and view all the answers

What does 'DC' mean?

discontinue or discharge Signup and view all the answers

What does 'DNR' stand for?

do not resuscitate Signup and view all the answers

What does 'DOA' refer to?

dead on arrival Signup and view all the answers

What does 'DTR' mean?

deep tendon reflexes Signup and view all the answers

What does 'DVT' stand for?

deep venous thrombosis Signup and view all the answers

What does 'DX' mean?

diagnosis Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Medical Abbreviations

c with line over it: Indicates "with" in medical terminology.
Ca: Refers to calcium, an essential mineral in the body.
CA: Used to denote cancer, a broad term for diseases involving abnormal cell growth.
CAD: Acronym for coronary artery disease, a condition related to the narrowing of heart arteries.
CAT: Stands for computerized axial tomography, a medical imaging technique.
CBC: Total blood count that assesses overall health and detects various disorders.
CC: Chief complaint, the primary issue or symptom a patient reports.
CHF: Congestive heart failure, a chronic condition affecting the heart's ability to pump blood.
CNS: Central nervous system, encompasses the brain and spinal cord.
C/O: Complaining of, frequently used in medical documentation to describe symptoms reported by patients.
COPD: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a progressive lung disease that obstructs airflow.
CP: Refers to cerebral palsy, a group of disorders affecting movement and posture.
CPAP: Continuous positive airway pressure, a treatment for obstructive sleep apnea.
CPR: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, a lifesaving technique for emergencies.
CT: Computerized tomography, a diagnostic imaging method combining X-ray and computer technology.
CVA: Cardiovascular accident, more commonly known as a stroke.
CXR: Chest X-ray, an imaging test used to examine the lungs and heart.
DC: Abbreviation for discontinue or discharge, often used in treatment plans.
DNR: Do not resuscitate; a legal order to refrain from resuscitation efforts.
DOA: Dead on arrival, a term used when a patient is pronounced dead upon arrival at a facility.
DTR: Deep tendon reflexes, tests used to assess the integrity of the nervous system.
DVT: Deep venous thrombosis, a condition involving blood clots forming in deep veins.
DX: Diagnosis, the identification of a disease or condition based on symptoms and tests.

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Test your knowledge of common medical abbreviations with this engaging flashcard quiz. From 'c with line over it' to 'CBC', discover how these terms are used in the healthcare field. Perfect for medical students or anyone interested in medical terminology.