Sigs & Abrev.
What does the sig: “1 tab po bid prn” translate to?
Take 1 tablet by mouth two times a day as needed
What does the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) (1996) do?
Insures patient confidentiality
What was the first antibiotic?
Penicillin
How many milliliters is in a teaspoon?
5mL
November is _____ awareness month?
Diabetes
What does the abbreviation “EC” stand for?
Enteric coated
What is DEA Form 222 used for?
To order schedule 1 and 2 drugs
What was the foxglove plant known for treating?
Heart disease
How many ounces is in a cup?
8 oz
What does HOSA stand for?
Health Occupations Students of America
What does the sig: “app aff tid ud” translate to?
Apply to the affected area 3 times a day as directed
What did the Medicare Modernization Act introduce?
Medication Therapy Management (MTM)
Who is the Greek goddess of medicinal herbs?
Panacea
How many milliliters are in 2 tablespoons?
30mL
What is the HOSA theme for 2024-2025?
Powered By People
What does the sig: “1 gtt ou qhs” translate to?
Instill one drop into each eye every night at bedtime
What does the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (1990) require pharmacists to do?
To offer counseling to patients with Medicaid
Who is the Greek god of medicine?
Aesculapius
How many milliliters is in 6 ounces?
180mL
What year was HOSA founded?
1976
What does the sig: “2 tabs stat, then 1 tab qod f 1 wk” translate to?
Take 2 tablets by mouth immediately, then 1 tablet by mouth every other day for 1 week
What does DAW code 2 stand for?
Substitution allowed: Generic is accepted and available, but patient requested brand
Who created the first injectable polio vaccine?
Dr. Jonas Salk
25 degrees Celsius = ___ degrees Fahrenheit
77 degrees
What are the HOSA colors?
Navy blue, maroon, and medical white