Medical Abbreviations Flashcards

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Medical Abbreviations Study Notes

pc: Signifies "after meals," guiding medication administration timing.
Peds: Abbreviation for pediatrics, the medical field focused on children's health.
PM: Indicates "after noon," commonly used for scheduling or recording times.
po: Means "by mouth," referring to oral administration of medication.
post op: Stands for postoperative, relating to the period following surgery.
PPE: Represents personal protective equipment, crucial for safety in medical environments.
prep: Short for preparation, often related to patient or procedure readiness.
prn: Stands for "when necessary," often used for medications taken as required rather than on a fixed schedule.
Pt: Abbreviation for patient, the individual receiving medical care.
PT: Refers to physical therapy, a type of rehabilitative treatment.
q: Means "every," a prefix used in various medical contexts to indicate frequency.
qh: Denotes "every hour," often used in medication schedules.
q2h, q3h, etc.: Indicate specific time intervals for medication, such as every 2 hours or 3 hours.
qhs: Stands for "every night at bedtime," often related to bedtime medications.
Rq: Abbreviation for rectal temperature, respiration, or right, providing context in patient assessments.
RBC: Refers to red blood cell or red blood count, key components in evaluating health status.
RLQ: Indicates right lower quadrant, a reference point in abdominal examinations.
RN: Abbreviation for registered nurse, a professional responsible for patient care.
R/O: Stands for "rule out," a term used when excluding potential diagnoses.
ROM: Refers to range of motion, significant in assessing joint and muscle function.
RUQ: Indicates right upper quadrant, another reference point for abdominal assessments.
Rx: Commonly stands for prescription, the authorized instruction for obtaining medication.

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Test your knowledge of medical abbreviations with these flashcards. Each card presents a common abbreviation used in healthcare along with its definition. Perfect for students and professionals in the medical field.