Medical Abbreviations Flashcards
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What does 'a' stand for in medical abbreviations?

  • as needed
  • before (correct)
  • after
  • after meals

    • What does 'ac' mean?

  • before meals (correct)
  • as needed
  • after meals
  • twice a day

    • What does 'ad lib' refer to?

  • as directed
  • as needed
  • as desired (correct)
  • as necessary

    • What does 'ADL' stand for?

    <p>activities of daily living</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'Am' in medical terms?

    <p>Morning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'amb' stand for?

    <p>Ambulate, walk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'amt' mean?

    <p>amount</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'ax' refer to?

    <p>axillary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'B&B' refer to in medical terms?

    <p>bowel and bladder training</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'bid' mean?

    <p>twice a day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'BM' stand for?

    <p>bowel movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'BP' refer to?

    <p>blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'BR' stand for?

    <p>bed rest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'BRP' mean?

    <p>bathroom privileges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'BSC' refer to?

    <p>bedside commode</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'Bx'?

    <p>biopsy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'c' mean in medical abbreviations?

    <p>with</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'cal' refer to?

    <p>calorie</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'cath' stand for?

    <p>catheter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'CBC' mean?

    <p>complete blood count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'cc' stand for?

    <p>cubic centimeter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'CC' refer to?

    <p>chief complaint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'cl liq' stand for?

    <p>clear liquids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'cm' mean?

    <p>centimeter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do 'co, c/o' abbreviate?

    <p>complains of</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'C&S' refer to?

    <p>culture and sensitivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'd' stand for?

    <p>day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'DAT' mean?

    <p>diet as tolerated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'dc, D/C' refer to?

    <p>discharge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'DNR' mean?

    <p>do not resuscitate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Dx' refer to?

    <p>diagnosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'ea' mean?

    <p>each</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'EBL' stand for?

    <p>estimated blood loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'ECG, EKG' mean?

    <p>electrocardiogram</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'FF' refer to?

    <p>force fluids or frequent fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Fr, Fx' mean?

    <p>fracture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Ft' stand for?

    <p>foot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'FUO' mean?

    <p>fever of unknown origin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'gal' refer to?

    <p>gallon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'GI' stand for?

    <p>gastrointestinal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'GM, g' mean?

    <p>grams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'gtt, gtts' refer to?

    <p>drop, drops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'H2O' stand for?

    <p>water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'GTT'?

    <p>Glucose Tolerance Test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Medical Abbreviations Study Notes

    • a: Indicates "before."
    • ac: Refers to actions "before meals."
    • ad lib: Means "as desired," often regarding patient activity or medication.
    • ADL: Stands for "activities of daily living," which encompasses essential self-care activities.
    • Am: Abbreviation for "Morning," used in scheduling.
    • amb: Short for "ambulate," which means to walk or move independently.
    • amt: Represents "amount," frequently concerning dosages or quantities.
    • ax: Denotes "axillary," related to the armpit area, often in temperature measurements.
    • B&B: Refers to "bowel and bladder training," crucial for patients recovering from specific conditions.
    • bid: Stands for "twice a day," indicating frequency of medication or treatment administration.
    • BM: Abbreviation for "bowel movement," a key indicator of digestive health.
    • BP: Represents "blood pressure," a vital sign of cardiovascular health.
    • BR: Denotes "bed rest," often prescribed for recovery or monitoring.
    • BRP: Refers to "bathroom privileges," relating to patient mobility and independence.
    • BSC: Stands for "bedside commode," used for patients unable to use standard bathrooms.
    • Bx: Indicates a "biopsy," a procedure to remove tissue for diagnostic examination.
    • c: Abbreviation for "with," often used in medication instructions.
    • cal: Means "calorie," a unit of energy in nutrition.
    • cath: Short for "catheter," a tube inserted into the body for various medical purposes.
    • CBC: Stands for "complete blood count," a comprehensive blood test.
    • cc: Represents "cubic centimeter," a unit of volume commonly used in medication dosage.
    • CC: Refers to "chief complaint," the primary issue reported by the patient.
    • cl liq: Stands for "clear liquids," often a dietary guideline.
    • cm: Abbreviation for "centimeter," a unit of measurement.
    • co, c/o: Indicates "complains of," used to describe patient symptoms.
    • C&S: Stands for "culture and sensitivity," tests for infection determination.
    • d: Abbreviation for "day," commonly used in medication schedules.
    • DAT: Refers to "diet as tolerated," indicating patient dietary flexibility.
    • dc, D/C: Means "discharge" or "discontinue," relevant in treatment plans.
    • DNR: Stands for "do not resuscitate," an important directive regarding patient care.
    • Dx: Indicates "diagnosis," essential for identifying medical conditions.
    • ea: Means "each," often used in dosage instructions.
    • EBL: Stands for "estimated blood loss," important in surgical contexts.
    • ECG, EKG: Refers to "electrocardiogram," a test for heart activity.
    • FF: Abbreviation for "force fluids" or "frequent fluids," indicating hydration needs.
    • Fr, Fx: Denotes "fracture," relevant in injury assessments.
    • Ft: Abbreviation for "Foot," used in anatomical references.
    • FUO: Stands for "fever of unknown origin," a diagnostic challenge.
    • gal: Represents "gallon," a unit of liquid measurement.
    • GI: Refers to "gastrointestinal," relating to the digestive system.
    • GM, g: Stands for "gram," a unit of weight commonly used in medication.
    • gtt, gtts: Indicates "drop" or "drops," often in liquid medication dosing.
    • H2O: Refers to "water," essential for hydration.
    • GTT: Stands for "Glucose Tolerance Test," a screening for diabetes.

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    Test your knowledge of essential medical abbreviations with this engaging flashcard quiz. From common terms like 'ADL' to lesser-known abbreviations, these cards will enhance your understanding and recall of medical language. Perfect for students and professionals alike!

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