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What does the abbreviation B/P stand for?
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Study Notes
Medical Abbreviations and Their Meanings
- B/P: Blood Pressure; essential vital sign indicating the force of blood against artery walls.
- CC: Chief Complaint; primary reason for a patient's visit to a healthcare provider.
- dx: Diagnosis; the identification of a disease based on patient symptoms and information.
- GYN: Gynecology; branch of medicine dealing with female reproductive health.
- MI: Myocardial Infarction; commonly known as a heart attack, it occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked.
- OR: Operating Room; a facility within a hospital where surgical procedures are performed.
- PERRLA: Pupils Equal Round, Reactive to Light and Accommodation; a neurological assessment tool for pupil response.
- ROM: Range of Motion; measures the full movement potential of a joint.
- SOB: Shortness of Breath; a symptom indicating difficulty in breathing, often associated with respiratory ailments.
- T & A: Tonsillectomy & Adenoidectomy; surgical procedures to remove the tonsils and adenoids.
- UTI: Urinary Tract Infections; infections that occur in any part of the urinary system.
- XR: X-ray; a type of imaging that uses radiation to view the inside of the body.
- DTR: Deep Tendon Reflex; a clinical test for assessing nerve function and reflex integrity.
- H&P: History and Physical; comprehensive documentation of a patient's medical history and physical examination.
- R/O: Rule Out; the process of eliminating possible diagnoses for a patient's condition.
- UCHD: Usual Childhood Diseases; common ailments typically seen in children.
- Ax: Axillary; refers to the armpit area, commonly associated with temperature measurements.
- Etoh: Alcohol; often noted in medical records to indicate consumption of alcoholic beverages.
- NKDA: No Known Drug Allergies; vital information indicating that a patient has no adverse reactions to medications.
- NVD: Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea; a cluster of gastrointestinal symptoms indicating illness.
- Tym: Tympanic; refers to the eardrum or tympanic membrane; often assessed in ear examinations.
- VSS: Vital Signs Stable; indicates that a patient's vital signs fall within normal parameters.
- Wt.: Weight; a critical measurement often used for dosage calculations and health assessments.
- CBC: Complete Blood Count; a blood test used to evaluate overall health and detect disorders.
- D&C: Dilatation & Curettage; a surgical procedure to remove tissue from the inside of the uterus.
- GI: Gastrointestinal; pertains to the stomach and intestines, involved in digestion.
- HEENT: Head, Ears, Eyes, Nose, Throat; a common examination area in clinical practice.
- N&V: Nausea & Vomiting; indicative of various medical conditions or side effects.
- P: Pulse; a vital sign representing the heartbeat rate.
- PT: Physical Therapy; rehabilitation service aimed at improving mobility and function.
Additional Important Abbreviations
- SOAP: Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan; a method for organization in patient medical records.
- T: Temperature; a vital sign that reflects the body's heat.
- URI: Upper Respiratory Infections; infections affecting the nasal passages and throat.
- WNL: Within Normal Limits; indicates that test results or findings are normal.
- HPI: History of Present Illness; detailed account of the current health issue a patient is facing.
- PI: Present Illness; summary of the patient's ongoing health problems.
- In: Inch; a unit of measurement often used for height or wound dimensions.
- Ht: Height; a vital measurement, usually recorded along with weight.
- Ft: Feet; typical measurement in body height.
- c/o: Complains Of; noting symptoms that the patient reports to the clinician.
- OTC: Over the Counter; referring to medications available without a prescription.
- kg: Kilogram; a weight measurement commonly used in medical settings.
- cm: Centimeter; another unit of measurement used in various medical assessments.
- FH: Family History; relevant familial health information that may influence patient care.
- EKG or ECG: Electrocardiogram; a test that measures the electrical activity of the heart.
- lbs: Pounds; a weight measurement frequently recorded in medical evaluations.
- PMH: Past Medical History; significant previous health issues that may affect current care.
- ER: Emergency Room; a hospital department for urgent medical needs.
- CPE: Complete Physical Exam; thorough examination of a patient's overall health.
- I&D: Incision and Drainage; a surgical technique for draining abscesses or collections of pus.
- 1/2 NS: 1/2 Normal Saline; a type of intravenous fluid used in hydration.
- HBIG: Hepatitis B Immune Globulin; a treatment for exposure to Hepatitis B.
- ID: Intradermal; refers to a method of delivering medication beneath the skin.
- Ig: Immunoglobulins; antibodies produced by the immune system.
- IM: Intramuscular; a method of medication administration into a muscle.
- IV: Intravenous; administration of fluids or medications directly into a vein.
- IVP: Intravenous Push or Intravenous Pyelogram; methods of introducing fluids or imaging.
- IVPB: Intravenous Piggyback; a method of delivering additional IV medications.
- mL: Milliliters; a volume measurement used in dosing medications.
- subQ: Subcutaneous; administration of medication beneath the skin.
- SWI or SWFI: Sterile Water for Injection; used in preparing medications.
- TB: Tuberculosis; a contagious bacterial infection primarily affecting the lungs.
- ac: Before meals; often used in medication instructions.
- am: Morning; indicates timing, often used in medication schedules.
- AD, AS, AU: Right ear, Left ear, Both ears; often directed in medications or assessments.
- BID: Twice daily; medication dosing schedule.
- c (with a line over it): With; indicates the inclusion of accompanying instructions or substances.
- cap: Capsule; a form of medication delivery.
- DAW: Dispense as Written; ensuring a specific prescription is filled exactly as written.
- NPO: Nothing by mouth; indicates that the patient should not take anything orally.
- OD, OS, OU: Right eye, Left eye, Both eyes; related to eye medications or examinations.
- pc: After meals; indicates timing for medication administration.
- PO: By mouth; method of medication administration.
- PR: Per rectum; a method of administering medications.
- prn: As needed; instructions for medication use based on patient symptoms.
- qs: Quantity sufficient; indicates the required amount of medication or solution.
- SL: Sublingual; refers to placing medication under the tongue for absorption.
- stat: Immediately; urgent medical orders.
- AF or AFib: Atrial Fibrillation; a type of irregular heartbeat leading to potential complications.
- tab: Tablet; a common form of medication dosage.
- TID: Three times daily; specifies frequency of medication intake.
- top: Topically; referring to medications intended for application on the skin.
- ABG: Arterial Blood Gases; tests measuring oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood.
- A&P: Auscultation and Percussion; techniques used in physical examinations.
- co2: Carbon Dioxide; a waste product from metabolism, relevant in respiratory assessments.
- DOE: Dyspnea on exertion; shortness of breath during physical activity.
- ENT: Ear, Nose, Throat; medical specialty focusing on these areas.
- FEV: Forced Expiratory Volume; measurement related to lung function.
- FVC: Forced Vital Capacity; another measurement vital for assessing lung health.
- LLL, LUL, RLL: Left Lower Lobe, Left Upper Lobe, Right Lower Lobe; specific regions of the lungs.
- o2: Oxygen; critical for survival, commonly monitored in clinical settings.
- PFT: Pulmonary Function Test; assesses lung function and capacity.
- Pox/Pulseox: Pulse Oximetry; non-invasive method to measure oxygen saturation in the blood.
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