Medical Abbreviations Quiz
10 Questions
8 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What does the abbreviation 'NPO' stand for in medical terms?

  • No prescription order
  • Non-pathological observation
  • Notifying primary officer
  • Nil per os (nothing by mouth) (correct)
  • What does the term 'abd' stand for in medical terminology?

  • Abdomen (correct)
  • Absolute diagnosis
  • Antibodies
  • Abnormal discharge
  • Which of the following is the meaning of 'SOB' in medical jargon?

  • Shortness of breath (correct)
  • Systemic organ breakdown
  • Serious overexertion behavior
  • Standard operating behavior
  • In medical terminology, what is the significance of 'T or Temp'?

    <p>Temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the abbreviation 'PRN' indicate in medical practice?

    <p>Whenever necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the meaning of 'Rx' in a medical prescription?

    <p>Prescription</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'SC' represent in medical terminology?

    <p>Subcutaneous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'AP' in medical context stands for?

    <p>Anteroposterior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'C/O' in medical records represents?

    <p>Complaining of</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the significance of 'LMP' in medical context?

    <p>Last menstrual period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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.

    Studying That Suits You

    Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

    Quiz Team

    Description

    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.

    More Like This

    Medical Abbreviations Pharm
    44 questions

    Medical Abbreviations Pharm

    UltraCrispWalnutTree avatar
    UltraCrispWalnutTree
    Medical Abbreviations Flashcards
    52 questions
    Medical Careers Abbreviations Flashcards
    41 questions
    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Browser