Medical Abbreviations Flashcards

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What does the abbreviation 'q' stand for?

every morning

every (correct)

every hour

every day

What does 'q am' mean?

every morning

What does 'qd' stand for?

every day

What does 'qh' indicate?

every hour Signup and view all the answers

What does 'qhs' mean?

every bedtime Signup and view all the answers

What does 'q4h' and 'q6h' refer to?

every 4 hours, every 6 hours Signup and view all the answers

What does 'qid' stand for?

four times a day Signup and view all the answers

What does 'QS' mean?

quantity sufficient Signup and view all the answers

What does 'QNS' stand for?

quantity not sufficient Signup and view all the answers

What does 'qod' indicate?

every other day Signup and view all the answers

What does the abbreviation 'R' stand for?

right/rectal Signup and view all the answers

What does 'RA' mean?

right atrium/rheumatoid arthritis Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by 'RAE'?

right atrial enlargement Signup and view all the answers

What does 'RBC' denote?

red blood cell Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'RDA'?

recommended daily allowance Signup and view all the answers

What does 'RDW' refer to?

red cell distribution width Signup and view all the answers

What does 'RIH' stand for?

right inguinal hernia Signup and view all the answers

What does 'RLL' represent?

right lower lobe Signup and view all the answers

What does 'RLQ' stand for?

right lower quadrant Signup and view all the answers

What does 'R/O' mean?

rule out Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ROM' indicate?

range of motion Signup and view all the answers

What does 'RRR' mean?

regular rate and rhythm Signup and view all the answers

What does 'RS' stand for?

rectal suppository Signup and view all the answers

What does 'RT' refer to?

respiratory therapy/radiation therapy Signup and view all the answers

What does 'RUL' mean?

right upper lobe Signup and view all the answers

What does 'RUQ' indicate?

right upper quadrant Signup and view all the answers

What does 'RV' denote?

residual volume Signup and view all the answers

What does 'RN' stand for?

registered nurse Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Rx' refer to?

treatment/prescription Signup and view all the answers

What does '-' with 's' signify?

without Signup and view all the answers

What does 'SA' stand for?

sinoatrial Signup and view all the answers

What does 'SC/SQ' refer to?

subcutaneous Signup and view all the answers

What does 'SCD' mean?

sequential compression device Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by 'Sed Rate'?

sedimentation rate Signup and view all the answers

What does 'SL' stand for?

sublingual Signup and view all the answers

What does 'SNF' refer to?

skilled nursing facility Signup and view all the answers

What does 'SO' mean?

significant other Signup and view all the answers

What does 'SOB' stand for?

shortness of breath Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ST' represent?

speech therapy Signup and view all the answers

What does 'STAT' indicate?

immediately Signup and view all the answers

What does 'STD' stand for?

sexually transmitted disease Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Supp.' mean?

suppository Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Susp.' refer to?

suspension Signup and view all the answers

What does 'SVD' stand for?

spontaneous vaginal delivery Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Sx' indicate?

symptoms Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Medical Abbreviations Overview

"q" indicates "every," used in various contexts for medication dosing.
Abbreviations with "q" specify frequency:
- "q am" means every morning.
- "qd" means every day.
- "qh" refers to every hour.
- "qhs" indicates every bedtime.
- "q4h" and "q6h" denote every 4 hours and every 6 hours respectively.
- "qid" signifies four times a day.
- "qod" means every other day.

Quantity and Measurement Abbreviations

"QS" stands for quantity sufficient, while "QNS" means quantity not sufficient.

Right Side Body and Medical Procedures

"R" can refer to right or rectal, with "RA" denoting right atrium or rheumatoid arthritis.
"RAE" indicates right atrial enlargement.
Various abbreviations provide information about blood and body functions:
- "RBC" refers to red blood cells.
- "RDA" is the recommended daily allowance for nutrients.
- "RDW" represents red cell distribution width.

Hernias and Lung Lobes

"RIH" signifies right inguinal hernia.
"RLL," "RUL," and their corresponding abbreviations refer to the right lower lobe and right upper lobe of the lungs.
"RLQ" indicates the right lower quadrant, essential for diagnosing abdominal issues.

Medical Testing and Therapy Terms

"R/O" is used to mean rule out, often in diagnostic contexts.
"ROM" stands for range of motion, important in physical therapy.
"RRR" describes regular rate and rhythm in cardiology contexts.
"RS" denotes rectal suppository, a method of medication administration.

Nursing and Treatment Abbreviations

"RT" can refer to either respiratory therapy or radiation therapy.
"RN" is the designation for a registered nurse, a crucial role in healthcare.
"Rx" indicates treatment or prescription for medications.

Dosage and Administration Terminology

"S" with a line over it symbolizes "without" (from Latin "sine").
"SA" indicates sinoatrial, relating to heart function.
"SC/SQ" refers to subcutaneous injections.
"SCD" stands for sequential compression device, preventing blood clots.

Measurement and Care Terms

"Sed Rate" refers to sedimentation rate, a blood test indicating inflammation.
"SL" denotes sublingual administration, a route for medication delivery.
"SNF" indicates skilled nursing facility, providing specialized care.

Relationship and Emergency Terms

"SO" means significant other, often used in medical history.
"SOB" refers to shortness of breath, a key symptom in respiratory assessments.
"ST" stands for speech therapy, an intervention for communication disorders.
"STAT" means immediately, indicating urgency in medical situations.

Sexual and Reproductive Health

"STD" signifies sexually transmitted disease.
"Supp." refers to suppository, used for medication delivery.
"Susp." stands for suspension, a type of liquid medication formulation.
"SVD" indicates spontaneous vaginal delivery, a term in obstetrics.

Symptom Abbreviation

"Sx" is used to denote symptoms, key in diagnosing conditions.

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Test your knowledge of common medical abbreviations with this flashcard quiz. Each abbreviation is defined clearly, making it an excellent resource for medical students and professionals. Hone your skills in understanding essential terms used in the healthcare field.