Medical Abbreviations and Terminologies Quiz

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What does the abbreviation 'MCP' stand for?

  • Motor Cortex
  • Metacarpophalangeal (correct)
  • Muscle Condition
  • Medical Care Plan

The abbreviation 'NWB' stands for 'Non-Weight Bearing'.

True (A)

What is the full meaning of 'O.R.' in the medical context?

Operating Room

The abbreviation 'P.O.' refers to medication administration ______.

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Match the following abbreviations with their correct meanings:

<p>MS = Multiple Sclerosis OT = Occupational Therapy P.H. = Past History PRE = Progressive Resistive Exercise P.A. = Physician's Assistant</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'BID' stand for in medical terminology?

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The abbreviation 'CVA' refers to a stroke.

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The abbreviation '____' refers to the measurement of blood pressure.

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Match the medical abbreviations with their meanings:

<p>A-Line = Arterial Line ADL = Activities of Daily Living C &amp; S = Culture and Sensitivity CBC = Complete Blood Count DM = Diabetes Mellitus</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ARDS' stand for?

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'LBP' is an abbreviation for Low Brain Pain.

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The abbreviation '____' is used to indicate that a patient is admitted to a hospital.

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Which of these options is NOT an abbreviation found in the provided list?

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The abbreviation 'ac' indicates that medication should be taken after meals.

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The abbreviation '____' is used to indicate that a patient has been discharged from the hospital.

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Which of the following abbreviations stands for 'Physical Therapist Assistant'?

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The abbreviation 'TENS' stands for 'Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator'.

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What does the abbreviation 'ROM' stand for in the medical context?

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The abbreviation 'SCI' stands for ______ ______ ______.

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Match the following abbreviations with their definitions:

<p>qd = every day q.i.d. = four times a day q.h. = every hour t.i.d. = three times a day q.n. = every night</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these abbreviations is used to indicate that a patient needs assistance with a specific task?

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The abbreviation 'R.D.' stands for 'Registered Dietician'.

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What does the abbreviation 'TPR' represent?

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What does the symbol 'Δ' represent?

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The symbol 'C̅' means without.

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What is the weight abbreviation used in the content?

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The symbol '%' is used to denote ______.

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Match the symbols with their meanings:

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Flashcards

MCP

Metacarpophalangeal joint, located in the hand.

MS

Multiple Sclerosis, a disease affecting the central nervous system.

OOB

Out of Bed, indicating a patient's mobility status.

NIDDM

Non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, often Type 2 diabetes.

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PERRLA

Pupils, Equal, Round, Reactive to Light and Accommodation - assessing eye function.

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prn

Whenever needed; used in medical prescriptions for medication.

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PT

Physical Therapy, a treatment for enhancing movement and function.

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post-op

Post-operative; referring to the period after surgery.

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RBC

Red Blood Cell; cells that carry oxygen in the blood.

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THA

Total Hip Arthroplasty; a surgical procedure to replace the hip joint.

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TBI

Traumatic Brain Injury; damage to the brain from an external force.

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Increase

To make something larger or greater in amount.

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Weight abbreviation (wt.)

A shortened form representing weight in measurements.

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Δ (Change)

A symbol representing change or difference in values.

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% (Percentage)

A fraction expressed as a part of 100.

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C̅ (With)

A symbol indicating 'with' in mathematical expressions.

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Assessment

The evaluation or appraisal of a patient's health status.

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Atrial Fibrillation

A heart condition characterized by an irregular and often rapid heartbeat.

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CAD

Coronary Artery Disease, a condition narrowing the arteries supplying blood to the heart.

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ADL

Activities of Daily Living, basic tasks essential for self-care.

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HIV

Human Immunodeficiency Virus, a virus that attacks the immune system.

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kcal

Kilocalories, a measure of food energy.

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Study Notes

Medical Abbreviations and Terminologies

  • A: Assessment
  • ABI: Acquired Brain Injury
  • AFIB: Atrial Fibrillation
  • A-Line: Arterial Line
  • A-V: Arteriovenous
  • AAA: Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
  • AAROM: Active Assistive Range of Motion
  • Abd: Abduction
  • AC: Before meals
  • AC Joints: Acromioclavicular Joints
  • ACTH: Adrenocorticotrophic Hormone
  • Add: Adduction
  • ADL: Activities of Daily Living
  • Ad lib: at discretion
  • Adm: Admission, Admitted
  • AE: Above Elbow
  • AFO: Ankle Foot Orthosis
  • AIDS: Autoimmune Deficiency Syndrome
  • AIIS: Anterior Inferior Iliac Spine
  • AJ: Ankle Jerk
  • ALS: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
  • a.m.: Morning
  • AMA: Against Medical Advice
  • amb: Ambulation, Ambulating, Ambulated, Ambulate, Ambulates
  • ANS: Autonomic Nervous System
  • ant: Anterior
  • AP: Anterior-Posterior
  • ARDS: Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome
  • ARF: Acute Renal Failure
  • AROM: Active Range of Motion
  • ASA: Aspirin
  • ASAP or asap: As Soon as Possible
  • ASCVD: Arteriosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease

Medical Abbreviations and Terminologies (Cont'd)

  • B/S: Bedside
  • BBB: Bundle Branch Block
  • BE: Below Elbow
  • Bid: Twice a day
  • Bilat.: Bilateral, bilaterally
  • BK: Below Knee
  • BOS: Base of Support
  • BM: Bowel Movement
  • BP: Blood pressure
  • BR: Bedrest
  • bpm: Beats per minute
  • BRP: Bathroom privileges
  • BS: Breath Sounds or Bowel Sounds
  • BUN: Blood urea nitrogen (blood test)
  • C: Centigrade
  • C & S: Culture and Sensitivity
  • CA: Cancer, Carcinoma
  • CABG: Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
  • CAD: Coronary Artery Disease
  • cal: Calories
  • CBC: Complete Blood Count
  • CBI: Closed Brain Injury
  • CBS: Chronic Brain Syndrome
  • CC, C/C: Chief Complaint
  • cc: Cubic Centimeter
  • CF: Cystic Fibrosis
  • CHF: Congestive Heart Failure
  • cm: Centimeter
  • CMV: Cytomegalovirus
  • CNS: Central Nervous System
  • c/o: Complains of
  • C02: Carbon Dioxide
  • COLD: Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
  • Cont.: Continue
  • COPD: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
  • COTA: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • CP: Cerebral Palsy
  • CPAP: Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
  • CPR: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • CSF: Cerebral Spinal Fluid
  • CV: Cardiovascular
  • CXR: Chest X-Ray
  • Cysto: Cytoscopic Examination
  • And many more...

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