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What does the abbreviation NVD stand for?
What is the chemical symbol for Sodium?
Na+
What is the compound formed by Sodium and Chloride?
NaCl
What does the abbreviation 'neg' represent in medical terms?
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What does NKA stand for?
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What does 'noc (t)' mean?
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What does NPO mean in medical terms?
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What does NSR stand for?
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Study Notes
Medical Abbreviations for CNAs
- NVD stands for nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, commonly used to describe gastrointestinal symptoms.
- Na+ refers to sodium, an essential electrolyte important for fluid balance and nerve function.
- NaCl denotes sodium chloride, commonly known as table salt, used for various medical and dietary purposes.
- Neg is an abbreviation for negative, often used in test results or evaluations to indicate a lack of a particular condition or finding.
- NKA means no known allergies, indicating that a patient does not have any documented allergic reactions.
- Noc (t) is an abbreviation for night, often used in healthcare settings to denote procedures or medications taken during the evening or nighttime.
- NPO stands for nothing by mouth, a medical instruction indicating that a patient should not consume food or drinks.
- NSR refers to normal sinus rhythm, an important measure in cardiology indicating a regular heartbeat.
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Test your knowledge of essential medical abbreviations used in the nursing field with this flashcard quiz. Perfect for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), this quiz includes terms like NVD, NKA, and NPO, helping you master crucial vocabulary for patient care.
