Medical Abbreviations Quiz & Flashcards

'NPO' specifically indicates that a patient should not take anything by mouth, making the other options incorrect.

'CBC' stands for Complete Blood Count, while the other options refer to different tests.

'DNR' means Do Not Resuscitate, which is a specific medical order.

'TID' is an abbreviation for 'ter in die', which means three times a day.

'Rx' is widely recognized as the symbol for prescription in medical terminology.

'IV' specifically refers to intravenous administration, while the other options do not apply.

'BID' stands for 'bis in die', which translates to twice a day.

'SOB' specifically denotes Shortness of Breath, making the other options incorrect.

'ECG' or 'EKG' stands for Electrocardiogram, while the others refer to different imaging techniques.

'LFT' specifically measures Liver Function, not the other options.

'ADL' stands for Activities of Daily Living, which are essential self-care tasks.

'H&P' indicates History and Physical, a comprehensive assessment of a patient.

'COPD' specifically refers to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, a common lung condition.

'FBS' stands for Fasting Blood Sugar, a test for glucose levels after fasting.

'WBC' specifically denotes White Blood Cells, critical for the immune system.

'CT' refers to Computed Tomography, an imaging technique, while others do not relate.

'DNR' is the correct abbreviation for Do Not Resuscitate, while others pertain to different concepts.

'HIV' stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus, a known virus affecting the immune system.

'OTC' refers to medications available without a prescription, unlike the other options.

'RBC' specifically indicates Red Blood Cells, which are essential for oxygen transport.

'D5W' stands for 5% dextrose in water, a common IV fluid for hydration.

'P.O.' stands for 'per os', which means by mouth, unlike the other contexts.

'NDA' refers to New Drug Application, a formal request for drug approval.

'GTT' specifically assesses how the body processes glucose.

'GFR' indicates Glomerular Filtration Rate, a measure of kidney function.

'SLE' denotes Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, an autoimmune disease affecting various organs.

'LMP' stands for Last Menstrual Period, important for calculating pregnancy dates.

'NIBP' refers to Non-Invasive Blood Pressure measurement methods.

'ECF' stands for Extracellular Fluid, which is the fluid found outside cells.

'CT' specifically indicates Computed Tomography, an advanced imaging technique.

'BUN' stands for Blood Urea Nitrogen, a test used to evaluate kidney function.

'TACE' is specifically used for Transarterial Chemoembolization, a cancer treatment procedure.

'CHF' specifically denotes Congestive Heart Failure, a serious heart condition.

'PRN' indicates that medication should be taken as needed, not at regular intervals.

'PE' refers specifically to Physical Exam, a fundamental component of patient assessment.