Medical Abbreviations

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What does CBC STAT mean?

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CBC STAT means a Complete Blood Count test that should be done immediately.

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What does qhs stand for in medical terms?

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qhs stands for 'quaque hora somni', meaning 'every night at bedtime'.

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What does HOB refer to in a medical context?

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HOB stands for 'Head of Bed', indicating the position of the patient's bed.

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What does OTC mean?

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OTC stands for 'Over The Counter', referring to medications that can be purchased without a prescription.

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What does NKA mean in a medical history context?

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NKA stands for 'No Known Allergies', indicating the patient has no allergies.

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What does NPO mean?

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NPO stands for 'Nil Per Os', meaning 'nothing by mouth', indicating that a patient should not eat or drink.

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What does CBR mean?

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CBR stands for 'Complete Bed Rest', indicating that a patient should remain in bed at all times.

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What does LOC refer to in medical assessments?

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LOC stands for 'Level of Consciousness', used to assess a patient's awareness and responsiveness.

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What does WNL mean?

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WNL stands for 'Within Normal Limits', indicating that test results or observations are normal.

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What does Rx mean in a medical prescription?

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Rx is a symbol meaning 'prescription', indicating a medication that requires a doctor's order.