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A patient is prescribed a medication to be taken 'QHS'. What specific instructions should the healthcare provider give to the patient regarding when to take the medication?
A patient is prescribed a medication to be taken 'QHS'. What specific instructions should the healthcare provider give to the patient regarding when to take the medication?
- Every morning before breakfast.
- Every evening at bedtime. (correct)
- Three times a day with meals.
- Every four hours, around the clock.
A dermatologist notes 'ABCDE' in a patient's chart. What is the dermatologist assessing?
A dermatologist notes 'ABCDE' in a patient's chart. What is the dermatologist assessing?
- Characteristics of a skin lesion. (correct)
- Nutritional status.
- Range of motion.
- The patient's pain level.
A doctor's note indicates a patient is a '72 y/o' male with a 'CC' of chest pain. How should this information be interpreted?
A doctor's note indicates a patient is a '72 y/o' male with a 'CC' of chest pain. How should this information be interpreted?
- The doctor will see the patient in 72 days for a check-up on their chronic condition.
- A 27-year-old male patient needs a complete cardiac check-up.
- A 72-year-old male patient's main complaint is chest pain. (correct)
- A 72-year-old female patient's main complaint is chronic cough.
A patient is instructed to take medication 'AC'. What is the correct way for the patient to take this medication?
A patient is instructed to take medication 'AC'. What is the correct way for the patient to take this medication?
In a patient's medical chart, a physician writes 'DDx: Psoriasis vs. Eczema'. What does 'DDx' mean in this context?
In a patient's medical chart, a physician writes 'DDx: Psoriasis vs. Eczema'. What does 'DDx' mean in this context?
A patient is transferred from the operating room to a specialized unit for close monitoring and pain management. Which of the following units is MOST likely the patient's destination?
A patient is transferred from the operating room to a specialized unit for close monitoring and pain management. Which of the following units is MOST likely the patient's destination?
A doctor reviews a patient's chart and notes 'DDX: MI or severe angina.' What does 'DDX' MOST likely indicate in this context?
A doctor reviews a patient's chart and notes 'DDX: MI or severe angina.' What does 'DDX' MOST likely indicate in this context?
A nurse is documenting a patient's fluid balance. Which abbreviation would the nurse use to record total fluid intake and urine output?
A nurse is documenting a patient's fluid balance. Which abbreviation would the nurse use to record total fluid intake and urine output?
During a physical examination, a physician assesses a patient's neurological status and notes 'A&O x 3'. What does 'A&O' MOST likely indicate?
During a physical examination, a physician assesses a patient's neurological status and notes 'A&O x 3'. What does 'A&O' MOST likely indicate?
A physician writes 'Sig: 1 tab PO q6h prn pain' on a prescription. What does 'PO' MOST likely instruct the patient to do?
A physician writes 'Sig: 1 tab PO q6h prn pain' on a prescription. What does 'PO' MOST likely instruct the patient to do?
A 2-year-old child is experiencing respiratory distress. Which of the following units is best equipped to provide specialized care for this patient?
A 2-year-old child is experiencing respiratory distress. Which of the following units is best equipped to provide specialized care for this patient?
A patient reports a sudden onset of chest pain and shortness of breath. Upon examination, the physician documents 'NAD.' What does 'NAD' MOST likely suggest in this context?
A patient reports a sudden onset of chest pain and shortness of breath. Upon examination, the physician documents 'NAD.' What does 'NAD' MOST likely suggest in this context?
Which abbreviation would a healthcare provider MOST likely use when documenting that a patient has no allergies to medications?
Which abbreviation would a healthcare provider MOST likely use when documenting that a patient has no allergies to medications?
Flashcards
BID
BID
Twice daily; from Latin 'bis in die'.
prn
prn
As needed; from Latin 'per re nata'.
QHS
QHS
At night; from Latin 'quaque hora somni'.
Dx
Dx
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CC
CC
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NICU
NICU
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NPO
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SOB
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Study Notes
Abbreviations in Health Care
- CCU: Coronary Care Unit
- ECU: Emergency Care Unit
- ER/ED: Emergency Room/Department
- ICU: Intensive Care Unit
- PICU: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
- NICU: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- SICU: Surgical Intensive Care Unit
- PACU: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
- LDR: Labor & Delivery
- OR: Operating Room
- Post-op: After surgery
- Pre-op: Before surgery
Abbreviations for Health Records
- VS: Vital Signs
- BP: Blood Pressure
- Temp: Temperature
- HR: Heart Rate
- Ht: Height
- Wt: Weight
- BMI: Body Mass Index
- RR: Respiratory Rate
- I&O: Intake and Output
- Dx: Diagnosis
- DDx: Differential Diagnosis
- Ix: Treatment
- Bx: Biopsy
- Rx: Prescription
- CC: Chief Complaint
- HPI: History of Present Illnesses
- NKDA: No Known Drug Allergies
- PMHx: Past Medical History
- H&P: History and Physical
- Pt: Patient
- y/o: Years Old
- h/o: History of
- PCP: Primary Care Provider
- f/u: Follow-up
- PE: Physical Exam
Abbreviations for Symptoms or Findings
- SOB: Shortness of Breath
- HEENT: Head, Eyes, Ears, Nose, Throat
- PERRLA: Pupils are Equal, Round, Reactive to Light and Accommodation
- NAD: No Acute Distress
- RRR: Regular Rate and Rhythm
- CTA: Clear to Auscultation
- WDWN: Well Developed, Well Nourished
- A&O: Alert and Oriented
- WNL: Within Normal Limits
- NPO: Nil Per Os (nothing by mouth)
- PR: Per Rectum
- PO: Per Os (by mouth)
- IM: Intramuscular
- SC: Subcutaneous
- IV: Intravenous
- Sig: Instructions
- BID: Twice daily
- TID: Three times daily
- Q: every (e.g., Q4h = every 4 hours)
- QD: Daily
- QID: Four times daily
- QHS: At night
- AC: Before meals
- PC: After meals
- prn: as needed
- ad lib: as desired
Integumentary Abbreviations
- ABCDE: A tool for skin assessment (asymmetry, border, color, diameter, elevation)
- AL: Actinic keratosis
- Bx: Biopsy
- C&S: Culture & Sensitivity
- Derm: Dermatology
- ID: Intradermal
- SC/SQ: Subcutaneous
Other Medical Abbreviations (Page 5)
- Tx: Treatment
- Rx: Prescription
- ROS: Review of systems
- FHx: Family history
- PE: Physical exam
- Male/Female: (for gender)
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Learn common abbreviations used in healthcare settings. This includes abbreviations for hospital units, health records, and medical history. Understanding these terms is essential for effective communication and documentation in medicine.
