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What does A.A. stand for?
Alcoholics Anonymous
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American Association of Retired Persons
What does abd refer to in medical terminology?
abdomen
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Study Notes
Medical Abbreviations and Definitions
- A.A.: Stands for Alcoholics Anonymous, a fellowship aimed at helping individuals recover from alcoholism.
- AARP: American Association of Retired Persons, an organization focused on issues affecting those aged 50 and older.
- abd: Refers to abdomen, the part of the body between the thorax and the pelvis.
- ABG: Stands for arterial blood gas, a test measuring the levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood.
- a.c.: Meaning before meals, often used in medical prescriptions.
- ACTH: Adrenocorticotropic hormone, which stimulates the production of cortisol by the adrenal glands.
- ADH: Antidiuretic hormone, responsible for regulating water balance in the body.
- ADL: Activities of daily living, essential tasks performed daily by individuals.
- ad.lib.: Means as desired, indicating flexibility in certain actions or dosages.
- adm: Abbreviation for admission or admit, commonly used in hospital settings.
- AFB: Acid-fast bacillus, a type of bacteria that causes tuberculosis.
- AgNO3: Silver nitrate, a chemical compound used in various medical treatments.
- AIDS: Acquired immune deficiency syndrome, a condition caused by the HIV virus.
- AKA: Above knee amputation, a surgical procedure where the leg is removed above the knee joint.
- A.M.: Refers to morning time, often used in scheduling or prescriptions.
- AMA: Against medical advice, indicating that a patient has left or refused treatment against their doctor's recommendation.
- amb: Short for ambulate, which means to walk or move from one place to another.
- amp: Represents ampule, a sealed vial used to contain a sample.
- amt: Abbreviation for amount, commonly used in medical prescriptions.
- AODM: Adult onset diabetes mellitus, a form of diabetes that typically develops in adulthood.
- A-P: Indicates anterior and posterior, describing the front and back of the body respectively.
- approx: Stands for approximately, used to indicate an estimated quantity.
- ARC: AIDS-related complex, a term used for early stage HIV symptoms.
- ASA: Acetylsalicylic acid, more commonly known as aspirin, used for pain relief and anti-inflammatory purposes.
- ASCVD: Arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease, refers to the disease caused by the hardening and narrowing of arteries.
- ASHD: Arteriosclerotic heart disease, another term focusing on heart-related conditions caused by arterial blockages.
- Asst: Short for assistant or assist, often used to denote support roles in healthcare.
- As told: Means as tolerated, often used in medication dosage instructions.
- A.V.Node: Atrioventricular node, a component of the electrical conduction system of the heart.
- Ax: Refers to axilla or axillary, commonly known as the armpit region.
- Ap: Stands for apical, usually relating to the apex of an organ, often the heart.
- ACLS: Advanced cardiac life support, a set of clinical algorithms for the urgent treatment of cardiac emergencies.
- AJN: American Journal of Nursing, a prominent nursing journal.
- ANA: American Nurses Association, a professional organization representing nurses in the US.
- AD: Denotes right ear, used in medical prescriptions and records related to auditory assessments.
- AS: Denotes left ear, similar use as AD in medical documentation.
- AU: Refers to both ears, commonly noted during ear examinations.
- BBB: Bundle branch block, a condition related to the electrical conduction in the heart.
- BCLS: Basic cardiac life support, essential procedures for life-threatening cardiac emergencies.
- BCP: Birth control pill, a medication regimen for contraception.
- B.E.: Represents barium enema, a medical imaging test of the lower intestine.
- bid: Abbreviation for twice a day, used in medication instructions.
- BKA: Below knee amputation, surgical procedure removing the leg below the knee joint.
- BMR: Basal metabolic rate, the number of calories the body needs at rest.
- B.P.: Blood pressure, a vital sign measuring the pressure of blood in the arteries.
- BPH: Benign prostatic hypertrophy, an enlargement of the prostate gland.
- BRP: Bathroom privileges, permission for patients to use the bathroom independently.
- BSE: Breast self-exam, a personal examination to check for breast abnormalities.
- BSO: Bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy, surgical removal of both ovaries and fallopian tubes.
- BTL: Bilateral tubal ligation, a surgical procedure for female sterilization.
- BUN: Blood urea nitrogen, a medical test assessing kidney function.
- b/w: Abbreviation for between, commonly used in medical communication.
- Bx: Stands for biopsy, a procedure to remove tissue for diagnostic purposes.
- C: Refers to centigrade, a scale for measuring temperature.
- c (with a line over it): Indicates with, often seen in medical notes.
- C1, C2, etc.: Refers to the cervical vertebrae, numbered sequentially for identification.
- Ca: Calcium, an essential mineral for various bodily functions.
- CA: Cancer or carcinoma, terms used for malignant conditions.
- CABG: Coronary artery bypass graft, surgical procedure to improve blood flow to the heart.
- CAD: Coronary artery disease, characterized by narrowed or blocked coronary arteries.
- cap: Refers to capsule, a form of medication delivery.
- cath: Short for catheter or catheterize, related to the insertion of tubes into the body.
- CBC: Complete blood count, a comprehensive blood test assessing overall health.
- c/c: Chief complaint, the primary issue reported by the patient.
- cc: Means cubic centimeter, a unit of measure in medicine.
- CCU: Coronary care unit, a specialized area for patients with heart conditions.
- CDC: Centers for Disease Control, a national public health institute.
- CHF: Congestive heart failure, a condition where the heart does not pump blood effectively.
- CHO: Carbohydrate, one of the primary macronutrients in nutrition.
- Cl: Chloride or chlorine, an electrolyte important in bodily functions.
- cm: Centimeter, a metric unit of measurement.
- CNS: Central nervous system, encompassing the brain and spinal cord.
- c/o: Complaining of, often used to describe patient symptoms.
- CO2: Carbon dioxide, a gas produced by respiration.
- cont: Continued, indicating the ongoing nature of treatment or observation.
- COPD: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a progressive lung disease.
- CP: Cerebral palsy, a group of disorders affecting movement and muscle tone.
- CPR: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, an emergency procedure to assist someone whose heart has stopped.
- C&S: Culture and sensitivity, tests to identify infections.
- CSF: Cerebrospinal fluid, a clear fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
- CT: Computerized tomography, a medical imaging technique for detailed internal views.
- Cu: Copper, an essential trace mineral.
- CVA: Cerebrovascular accident, commonly known as a stroke.
- CVP: Central venous pressure, a measure of blood pressure in the vena cava.
- CXR: Chest x-ray, an imaging technique to examine lung and heart health.
- cysto: Cystoscopy, a procedure to examine the bladder.
- CF: Cystic fibrosis, a genetic disorder affecting the lungs and digestive system.
- CHD: Coronary heart disease, a condition where arteries supplying blood to the heart become narrowed.
- triangle: Indicates change, possibly referencing a modification in treatment or condition.
- D/C: Discharge, the process of releasing a patient from healthcare services.
- D&C: Dilation and curettage, a surgical procedure involving scraping of the uterus.
- DES: Diethylstilbestrol, a synthetic estrogen used in some medical treatments.
- DM: Diabetes mellitus, a group of diseases affecting insulin production and regulation.
- DNR: Do not resuscitate, an order indicating that a patient should not receive CPR if their heart stops.
- D.O.: Doctor of osteopathy, a physician trained in both traditional and alternative medicine approaches.
- DOA: Dead on arrival, a term used when a patient has already deceased upon reaching the hospital.
- DPT: Refers to diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus vaccines, important immunizations.
- D-5-W: 5% dextrose in water, a common intravenous fluid.
- D/5/NS: Dextrose 5% in normal saline, another intravenous fluid solution used for hydration.
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Test your knowledge of essential medical abbreviations and their meanings in this Medical Terminology Quiz. From hormones to associations, this quiz covers various terms crucial for understanding healthcare terminology.