Abbreviation for: milliliter
mL
Abbreviation for: immediately
STAT
What does BM stand for?
Bowel movement
What does NPO stand for?
Nothing by mouth
What does dyspnea mean?
Shortness of breath/difficulty breathing
Abbreviation for: as needed
PRN
Abbreviation for: by mouth
po
What does NKA stand for?
No known allergies
What does N/V stand for?
Nausea and vomiting
What does tachycardia mean?
Fast heart rate
Abbreviation for: microgram
mcg
Abbreviation for: every hour
What does dx stand for?
Diagnosis
What does C/O stand for?
Complains of
What does dysphagia mean?
Difficulty swallowing
Abbreviation for: two times daily
BID
Abbreviation for: before meals
ac
What does SL stand for?
Sublingual
What does gtt stand for?
drop
What does cyanosis mean?
A bluish discoloration of the skin
Abbreviation for: at bedtime
hs
Abbreviation for: after meals
pc
What does IVP stand for?
Intravenous push
What does ad lib stand for?
As desired
What does anaphylaxis mean?
A severe/life-threatening allergic reaction that requires immediate intervention