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angel's PT204 abbrev
angel's PT204 abbreviations and sig codes
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 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 |