Timing & Frequency
Two times daily
BID
Shortness of breath
SOB
Bathroom Privileges
BPR
Vital signs
VS
Immediately
STAT
Before Meals
AC
Myocardial Infarction
MI
Active Range of Motion
AROM
Temperature, pulse, respirations
TPR
As needed
PRN
Bedtime / Hour of sleep
HS
Cerebral Vascular Accident (stroke)
CVA
Turn, cough, & deep breathe
TC&DB
Intake & Output
I&O
Do Not Resuscitate
DNR
Every 2 hours
Q2H
Above/Below the knee amputation
AKA/BKA
Stand by Assist
SBA
ounce
OZ
Occupational/Physical therapy
OT / PT
After meals
PC
C/O
Nothing by mouth
NPO
Color, motion, & sensitivity
CMS
Treatment & Symptoms
Tx & Sx