Medical Abbreviations

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A pt is adm cDX dyspnea. What would MOST LIKELY be ordered for this pt?

HOB

At what time would a healthcare worker give a pt a sleeping pill?

qhs

What is the medical abbreviation ad lib mean?

As desired

Which of the following could be WNL?

BP

It is noon. Which of the following would be done first?

CBC STAT

What does the abbreviation CBR stand for?

Complete bed rest

A dental hygienist writes "floss qhs and brush tid and prn." This means the client should:

Floss at bedtime and brush tree or more times a day

A medical assistant asks a patient, "Are you allergic to anything?" The pt says "No." What should the assistant write on the history from beside "Allergies?"

NKA

Which abbreviation refers to an item that can be purchased without a prescription?

OTC

The abbreviation RX could mean all of the following except:

Ready

If a physician orders a pain medication po, the pt will:

Receive a pill for pain

A pt is being transferred to a LTC facility. Where might the pt be sent?

Shady Rest Nursing Home

Why are abbreviations placed on the "do not use" list?

They are prone to misinterpretation which causes errors

What does the abbreviation tid stand for?

Three times a day

What is the medical abbreviation for twice a day?

bid


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