Medical Abbreviations Quiz

What does the abbreviation "BP" stand for in medical terminology?

• Blood Pressure

• Bowel Movement

• Blood Plasma

• Bone Pain

If a physician writes "PO" on a medication order, what does it mean?

• By Mouth

• Per Rectum

• Over the Counter

• With

A patient’s chart shows "ROM" as part of their treatment plan. What does ROM refer to?

• Range of Motion

• Record of Medication

• Rate of Metabolism

• Routine Observation Method

Compare the abbreviations "FSBS" and "FBS". How do their meanings differ in medical documentation?

• FSBS is Finger Stick Blood Sugar, while FBS is Fasting Blood Sugar (Laboratory testing)

• FSBS is Fasting Blood Sugar, while FBS is Finger Stick Blood Sugar

• Both abbreviations mean Finger Stick Blood Sugar

• Both abbreviations mean Fasting Blood Sugar

A nurse needs to document a patient’s intake and output. Which abbreviation should they use, and why is it important in patient care?

• I & O; It helps monitor fluid balance and detect potential health issues.

• IV; It records intravenous medication only.

• MAR; It tracks medication administration.

• NPO; It indicates nothing by mouth.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3

What does the abbreviation "ac*" stand for in drug administration?

• Before Meals

• After Meals

• As Needed

• Every Night at Bedtime

If a prescription says "bid or BID," how often should the medication be taken?

• Two Times Per Day

• Four Times Per Day

• Once a Day

• Every Other Day

A patient is prescribed medication "qhs." What does this mean regarding the timing of administration?

• Every Night at Bedtime

• Every Hour

• Every Other Day

• As Needed

Compare the abbreviations "sc or sq" and "SL or sl." What is the difference in their meanings?

• "sc or sq" means Subcutaneous, "SL or sl" means Sublingual

• "sc or sq" means Sublingual, "SL or sl" means Subcutaneous

• Both mean Subcutaneous

• Both mean Sublingual

A doctor writes "prn" on a prescription. Using reasoning, explain when the medication should be taken.

• As Needed

• Before Meals

• Every Night at Bedtime

• Four Times a Day