Decoding Common Medical Abbreviations and Terms

This video tutorial introduces common medical abbreviations, focusing on those related to medication timing, routes of administration, diagnosis, treatment, and vital signs. It also covers emergency and abdominal abbreviations, as well as miscellaneous terms. The video aims to help viewers understand medical lingo, whether they are new to healthcare, fans of medical shows, or simply interested in medicine.

What does the abbreviation 'qd' stand for?

• Every day

• Every month

• Every week

• Every hour

If a medication is to be given 'prn', when should it be administered?

• As needed

• Before meals

• At bedtime

• Every four hours

What does 'po' indicate in terms of medication administration?

• Intramuscular

• Intravenous

• By mouth

• Subcutaneous

Which abbreviation stands for an injection given into the muscle?

• IV

• IM

• SC

• SL

What does 'dx' stand for in medical terminology?

• Assessment

• Treatment

• Prescription

• Diagnosis

In medical terms, what does 'hx' refer to?

• Treatment

• Assessment

• History

• Prescription

What does 'od' mean in relation to the eyes?

• Left eye

• Right eye

• Neither eye

• Both eyes

What does 'perla' assess in a neurological examination?

• Heart rate

• Pupil reaction

• Blood pressure

• Respiration rate

What does 'npo' mean in medical terms?

• By mouth

• Nothing by mouth

• Every day

• Every hour

What does 'stat' indicate when used in a medical context?

• As needed

• Before meals

• At bedtime

• Immediately