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What does the abbreviation 'NPO' stand for in medical terms?
What does the term 'abd' stand for in medical terminology?
Which of the following is the meaning of 'SOB' in medical jargon?
In medical terminology, what is the significance of 'T or Temp'?
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What does the abbreviation 'PRN' indicate in medical practice?
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Which of the following is the meaning of 'Rx' in a medical prescription?
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What does the term 'SC' represent in medical terminology?
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'AP' in medical context stands for?
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'C/O' in medical records represents?
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Which of the following is the significance of 'LMP' in medical context?
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Study Notes
Medical Abbreviations
- NPO stands for Nil Per Os, which means nothing by mouth, often used to indicate that a patient should not eat or drink anything.
- Abd is an abbreviation for Abdomen, referring to the belly or midsection of the body.
- SOB stands for Shortness of Breath, a common symptom reported by patients.
- T or Temp refers to Temperature, often recorded in medical records to monitor a patient's health.
- PRN is an abbreviation for Pro Re Nata, meaning as needed, often used to prescribe medication or treatment to be taken when required.
- Rx is an abbreviation for Prescription, used to indicate a medical prescription or treatment plan.
- SC represents Subcutaneous, referring to the administration of a medication or injection under the skin.
- AP in medical context stands for Anterior-Posterior, often used to describe the position of a patient during a medical procedure or X-ray.
- C/O in medical records represents Complaint Of, indicating the patient's primary reason for seeking medical attention.
- LMP stands for Last Menstrual Period, a significant date in obstetrics and gynecology to track a woman's menstrual cycle and pregnancy.
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Test your knowledge of medical abbreviations with this quiz. From dosage instructions to route of administration, this quiz covers a wide range of medical shorthand commonly used in healthcare settings.
