Abbreviations
Everyday (Once a day)
What is QD?
Specific instructions for the patient, including the dosage, route of administration, frequency, and timing
What is a Sig?
Administered 15 degrees or less
Four times a day
What is Q.I.D?
Allows patients to get more medication without a new doctor's visit.
What is a refill?
Administered at 90 degrees
By mouth
What is PO?
The total amount of medication (pills, tablets, bottles, etc..)
Administered at 45 degrees
What is a Subcutaneous?
Twice a day
What is B.I.D?
Pharmacist dispense the specific brand-name medication written on the prescription, rather than a generic
What is DAW?
We never aspirate on this injection
What is an ID?
No Know Drug Allergies
What is NKDA?
National Provider Identification
What is NPI?