Foundations of Health Science Week 1 Terms

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PO

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by mouth

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PRN

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take as necessary

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Stat

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immediate

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Vital signs

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Measurements of a patient's heart rate, respiration rate, and other key health indicators.

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Rx

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prescription

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IV

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Intravenous, a method of delivering medication directly into the bloodstream.

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NPO

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Nothing by mouth, a medical instruction to withhold oral food and fluids.

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QID

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Four times a day, a prescription frequency.

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BID

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Twice a day, a prescription frequency.

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TID

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Three times a day, a prescription frequency.