Medical Abbreviations and Terminology Flashcards
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What does the abbreviation 'SOB' mean in a patient chart?
Answer: Shortness of breath
SOB is a clinical abbreviation for shortness of breath, a common symptom documented in patient records.
Which route of administration does 'TOP' or 'TOP' refer to?
Answer: Topical
TOP stands for topical, meaning the medication is applied directly to the skin or mucous membranes.
What does the suffix '-itis' indicate in medical terminology?
Answer: Inflammation
The suffix -itis means inflammation, as seen in appendicitis (inflamed appendix) and arthritis (inflamed joints).
A medication order states 'tab ii pc.' What does 'pc' mean?
Answer: After meals
PC stands for 'post cibum,' meaning after meals in Latin.
What does 'WNL' mean when documented in a patient record?
Answer: Within normal limits
WNL means within normal limits, indicating that a finding or test result is in the expected normal range.
What does the medical abbreviation 'c/o' mean?
Answer: Complains of
C/O means complains of, indicating a symptom or complaint reported by the patient.
Which abbreviation is used to indicate a medication given through the skin via a patch?
Answer: TD
TD stands for transdermal, meaning through the skin, as used with medication patches like nitroglycerin or fentanyl.