Abbreviations
What does ASAP mean?
As Soon As Possible
What does pt. stand for?
patient
What does q mean?
every
What does pre-op mean?
Before Surgery
What does nil mean?
None
What does EKG stand for ?
Electrocardiogram
What does PO mean?
By mouth
What does q4h mean?
Every 4 Hours
What does post-op mean?
After Surgery
What does N/A mean?
Not Applicable
What does NKA mean?
No Known Allergies
What does HR mean?
Heart Rate
What does BID mean?
Twice a day
What does ER stand for?
Emergency Room
Which abbreviation means "as needed"?
PRN
What does OTC mean?
Over The Counter
What does PRN mean?
as needed
What does PM mean?
Afternoon/Evening
A patient is NPO before surgery. What does that mean?
Nothing by Mouth
Which abbreviation means "daily"?
qd
If someone is in the ICU what does that stand for?
Intensive Care unit
What does NSAID stand for?
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
What does q4h PRN mean?
Every 4 hours, as needed.
A patient is in the OR after pre-op preparation. Where are they?
Operating Room
Which abbreviation means "no known allergies"?
NKA