Medical Abbreviations Quiz

Common Medical Abbreviations

• C signifies "with," commonly used to indicate inclusion.
• Tx refers to "treatment," representing medical care administered.
• Dx stands for "diagnosis," the identification of a medical condition.
• Thx denotes "therapy," involving interventions to improve health.
• Sx indicates "surgery," a medical procedure involving incision.
• Rx represents "pharmacy" or "prescription," denoting approved medications.
• d/t means "due to," linking a cause to a condition.
• s/t stands for "secondary to," suggesting a related condition.
• r/t signifies "related to," connecting issues within medical documentation.
• s/p indicates "status post," referring to the condition following a procedure.
• r/o means "rule out," to exclude a diagnosis after assessment.
• c/o represents "complains of," used for patient-reported symptoms.
• Δ symbolizes "change," highlighting variations in patient status.
• +/- indicates "with or without," expressing uncertainty in diagnosis.

Additional Abbreviations in Medical Context

• VSS, or "vital signs stable," indicates no immediate health concerns.
• a means "before," used in the context of timing for medications or procedures.
• p signifies "after," indicating sequences in treatment or assessment.
• Abx stands for "antibiotics," medications used to treat infections.
• q denotes "every," as in frequency for medication timing (e.g., q day).
• s means "without," indicating a lack of a symptom or requirement.
• S/S refers to "signs and symptoms," the observable and subjective evidence of disease.
• † represents the number "1," often used in notation and documentation.
• ‡ represents the number "2," similar use in various contexts.
• ac denotes "before meals," guiding patients on medication timing.
• pc indicates "after meals," also pertains to timing for treatment.
• hs means "hour of sleep," relating to bedtime instructions.
• WA stands for "while awake," providing context for medication usage.
• NOC indicates "night shift," relevant to healthcare providers' schedules.
• ad lib means "as desired," offering flexibility for patient activity.
• EOS stands for "end of shift," marking the conclusion of a healthcare worker's duty.

Test your knowledge of common medical abbreviations used in healthcare settings. This quiz covers frequently used terms and their meanings, which are essential for effective communication in medical records and patient care. See how well you know these abbreviations!