Medical Terminology and Abbreviations Flashcards
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What does the abbreviation 'STAT' mean when written on a medication order?
Answer: Immediately
STAT comes from the Latin 'statim,' meaning immediately or at once.
Which root word refers to the skin?
Answer: Dermo-
The root 'dermo-' (or 'dermato-') refers to the skin, as in dermatology.
What does 'QHS' indicate on a medication order?
Answer: Every hour of sleep
QHS stands for 'quaque hora somni,' meaning every hour of sleep or at bedtime.
The abbreviation 'N/V' in a patient's chart most likely refers to:
Answer: Nausea and vomiting
N/V is a common charting abbreviation for nausea and vomiting, both common medication side effects.
What does the prefix 'hypo-' mean in a term like hypoglycemia?
Answer: Below normal
The prefix 'hypo-' means below or less than normal, so hypoglycemia means low blood sugar.
What does the abbreviation 'OTC' mean in pharmacy and medication contexts?
Answer: Over-the-counter
OTC stands for over-the-counter, referring to medications available without a prescription.
What does the medical root 'hepato-' refer to?
Answer: Liver
The root 'hepato-' refers to the liver, as in hepatitis (inflammation of the liver).