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angel's PT204 abbrev
angel's PT204 abbreviations and sig codes
Question | Answer |
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ANS | autonomic nervous system |
CNS | central nervous system |
d/c | discontinue |
DC | discharge |
DS | double strength |
Bx | biopsy |
Dx | diagnosis |
DAW | dispense as written |
DM | diabetes mellitus or dextromethorphan |
DR | delivery room or delayed release |
Sx | symptoms |
IR | immediate release |
SA | sustained action |
SR | sustained release |
TR | timed release |
XR | extended release |
XL | extra long |
ODT | orally disintegrating tablet |
NRF | no refills |
CVA | cerebral vascular accident |
Ca | calcium or cancer |
CXR | chest x-ray |
Cap | capsule |
CAD | coronary artery disease |
CHF | congestive heart failure |
COPD | chronic obstructive pulmonary disease |
ED | emergency department |
FSA | flex savings account |
PPO | preferred provider organization |
HMO | health maintenance organization |
PCP | primary care physician |
liq | liquid |
aq. | water or aqua |
c/o | complains of |
DME | durable medical equipment |
BP | blood pressure |
MS | multiple sclerosis |
Cath | catheter |
C | Carbon or Celsius |
Comp | compound |
PBM | pharmacy benefit manager or prescription benefit manager |
D5LR | 5% dextrose in lactated ringers |
q12h | every 12 hours |
q24h | every 24 hours |
q2-4h | every two to four hours |
C & S | culture and sensitivity |
AWP | average wholesale price |