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What does the abbreviation 'S' stand for?
What does 'sc' refer to in medical terms?
What does 'SOB' stand for?
What is the meaning of 'SOS' in medical terminology?
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What does 'Stat' mean?
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What does the abbreviation 'WBC' represent?
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What does 'URI' stand for?
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The abbreviation 'Temp' means _____
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Study Notes
Medical Abbreviations from S to Z
- s: Represents "without" - commonly used in prescriptions.
- sc: Stands for "subcutaneous," indicating the administration of medication just beneath the skin.
- Sig: Abbreviation for "signa," meaning give the following directions for medication usage.
- SOB: Refers to "shortness of breath," a common symptom in various medical conditions.
- SOS: An abbreviation for "if necessary," often referenced in treatment instructions.
- Spec: Short for "specimen," typically relating to samples taken for analysis.
- ss: Represents "one half," used in dosages or measurements.
- S/S, S&S: Mean "signs and symptoms," crucial in diagnosing medical conditions.
- SSE: Refers to "soap solution enema," a type of enema for cleansing.
- Staph: Short for "Staphylococcus infection," a type of bacterial infection.
- Stat: Indicates "immediately," used to convey urgency in medical care.
- STD: Acronym for "sexually transmitted disease," relevant in public health discussions.
- Strep: Referring to "Streptococcus infection," a bacterial infection causing illnesses like strep throat.
- Supp: Denotes "suppository," a form of medication inserted into the body.
- Surg: Abbreviation for "surgery" or "surgical," often used in patient care contexts.
- Susp: Stands for "suspension," often referring to a colloidal solution in medicine.
- Syp: Represents "syrup," often used to describe liquid medications.
- T&A: Abbreviation for "tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy," common surgical procedures for removing throat tissues.
- Tab: Indicates "tablet," a common form of oral medication.
- T or temp: Stands for "temperature," often measured in medical assessments.
- Tbsp: Abbreviation for "tablespoon," used in dosage measurements.
- TCDB: Represents "turn, cough, deep breathe," a technique used in post-operative care.
- TIA: Refers to "transient ischemic attack," a temporary period of symptoms similar to those of a stroke.
- tid: Means "three times a day," indicating dosage frequency.
- TPR: Abbreviation for "temperature, pulse, respiration," key vital signs monitored in healthcare.
- Tsp: Stands for "teaspoon," another common measurement for liquid medication.
- TWE: Refers to "tap water enema," used for bowel cleansing.
- tx: Indicates "treatment," a general term for medical care management.
- UA, U/A: Represents "urinalysis," a test assessing urine for signs of health issues.
- Urig: Abbreviation for "ointment," often used in dermatological treatments.
- Ur, ur: Denotes "urine," relevant in laboratory tests and health assessments.
- URI: Stands for "upper respiratory infection," common childhood illnesses.
- UTI: Refers to "urinary tract infection," a common infection affecting the bladder and urethra.
- UV: Indicates "ultraviolet," often associated with light therapy.
- Vag: Abbreviation for "vaginal," used in discussions about reproductive health.
- VD: References "venereal disease," historically used to refer to sexually transmitted infections.
- VDM: Stands for "Veterinarian Degree of Medicine," used in animal healthcare.
- VDRL: Refers to "Venereal Disease Research Laboratory," a blood test for syphilis screening.
- VO: Denotes "verbal order," often used in the context of instructions from a physician.
- Vol: Abbreviation for "volume," used in respiratory treatment dosages.
- VP: Stands for "venipuncture, venous pressure," procedures related to blood sampling.
- Vs: Refers to "vital signs," including TPR & BP (temperature, pulse, respiration & blood pressure).
- WBC: Abbreviation for "white blood cell," crucial in assessing immune response.
- Wc: Stands for "ward clerk/secretary," administrative roles in a medical setting.
- W/c: Indicates "wheelchair," important in mobility and patient care.
- WHO: Acronym for "World Health Organization," an agency addressing global health issues.
- WNL: Refers to "within normal limits," indicative of stable health metrics.
- w/o: Means "without," often used in medical charts.
- w/p: Stands for "whirlpool," often used for therapeutic purposes.
- Wt: Represents "weight," a key metric in overall health assessments.
- X: Denotes "times," often used in prescribing dosages.
- x-match: Refers to "cross match," a test for blood compatibility.
- XR: Stands for "X-ray," a common imaging technique.
- y/o: Represents "years old," typically used for age documentation.
- Yr: Abbreviation for "year," used in age and duration references.
- Zn: Denotes "Zinc," an essential trace element in nutrition.
- I or i: Represents the number "one," often in dosage.
- II or ii: Stands for the number "two," used similarly in dosages.
- V: Represents the number "five."
- X: Denotes the number "ten."
- L: Represents the number "fifty."
- C: Stands for the number "one hundred."
- D: Represents "five hundred," typically in Roman numeral contexts.
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