Med Term Review

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Choose the correct abbreviation for the following order: Vital signs with intake and output every four hours

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VS c I&O q4hr

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What does the medical abbreviation prn stand for?

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As needed

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Choose the correct abbreviation for the following order: Two drops to the right ear twice a day

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2 gtt AD BID

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What does the abbreviation PO stand for?

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By mouth

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The abbreviation SOB stands for shortness of breath

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True

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Choose the correct abbreviation for the following order: Diagnosis stroke computerized tomography immediately

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DX: CVA CT STAT

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What does the abbreviation AC stand for?

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Before meals

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The term "hypercalcemia" means:

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High calcium

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This type of fluid solution has a concentration higher than plasma, which causes fluid to move from the cells into the intravascular space.

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Hypertonic

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Which of the following terms means abnormally red or inflamed skin or mucous membranes: Erythematous, Leukocytosis, Pruritus, Pallor?

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Erythematous