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What does NPO post-op, TCDB q2h mean?
What does NPO post-op, TCDB q2h mean?
What does 'To OT for ADL' refer to?
What does 'To OT for ADL' refer to?
To occupational therapy for activities of daily living.
What does 'Dx: TIA, do ABG' stand for?
What does 'Dx: TIA, do ABG' stand for?
Diagnosis: transient ischemic attack, do arterial blood gas.
What does 'gr X ASA prn HA' mean?
What does 'gr X ASA prn HA' mean?
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What is indicated by '1500 cal DAT'?
What is indicated by '1500 cal DAT'?
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What does 'Add 20 mEq KCI to IV' denote?
What does 'Add 20 mEq KCI to IV' denote?
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What does 'IRR NG c 2 oz N/S pc' mean?
What does 'IRR NG c 2 oz N/S pc' mean?
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What does '⬆️ HOB 45° sos SOB' refer to?
What does '⬆️ HOB 45° sos SOB' refer to?
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What does 'Dx: CVA, Do EEG, check NVS' indicate?
What does 'Dx: CVA, Do EEG, check NVS' indicate?
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What does 'R/O STIs, Do PAP and VDRL' mean?
What does 'R/O STIs, Do PAP and VDRL' mean?
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Study Notes
Medical Abbreviations #41-50
- NPO post-op: indicates that the patient should have nothing by mouth after surgery, essential for recovery.
- TCDB q2h: refers to turning, coughing, and deep breathing every 2 hours to prevent complications post-surgery.
Occupational Therapy
- "To OT for ADL": shorthand for referring a patient to occupational therapy for assistance with activities of daily living, promoting independence.
Medical Diagnosis and Procedures
- Dx: TIA: diagnosis of transient ischemic attack, a temporary period of symptoms similar to those of a stroke.
- Do ABG: directive to perform an arterial blood gas test to assess oxygenation and acid-base balance.
Medication Administration
- gr X ASA prn HA: instruction for administering ten grains of aspirin as needed for headache relief.
Nutritional Guidelines
- 1500 cal DAT: specifies a 1500-calorie diet as tolerated, ensuring adequate nutrition while respecting the patient's appetite and tolerability.
IV Fluid Management
- Add 20 mEq KCI to IV: directive to add 20 milliequivalents of potassium chloride to the intravenous fluids, important for electrolyte balance.
Procedural Care
- IRR NG c 2 oz N/S pc: denotes irrigating the nasogastric tube with 2 ounces of normal saline after meals for maintaining tube patency.
Patient Positioning
- ⬆️ HOB 45° sos SOB: instructs to elevate the head of the bed to 45 degrees if the patient is short of breath, enhancing respiratory function.
Neurological Assessment
- Dx: CVA: diagnosis of cerebrovascular accident (stroke), indicating severe neurological impairment.
- Do EEG: directive to perform an electroencephalogram to evaluate brain activity.
- Check NVS: instructs to check neurologic vital signs to monitor the patient's neurological status.
Infection Screening
- R/O STIs: rule out sexually transmitted infections as part of a thorough evaluation.
- Do PAP and VDRL: directs to perform a Papanicolaou test for cervical cancer screening and serological test for syphilis (VDRL).
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Test your knowledge of medical abbreviations with this quiz covering abbreviations 41 to 50. From post-operative care to occupational therapy referrals, ensure you understand each term's meaning and application in medical contexts. Perfect for healthcare professionals and students alike.
