Medical Abbreviations Quiz

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.

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.