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Kaduceus Abrrev. 1
Pharmacology Applied Abrreviations
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| ac | before meals |
| am | morning |
| APAP | acetaminophen |
| BP | Blood Pressure |
| c | with |
| D/C | discontinue |
| gr | grain |
| ASA | aspirin |
| brady | slow |
| cap | capsule |
| CHF | congestive heart failure |
| D5W | 5% Dextrose in water |
| gtt(s) | drops |
| HA | headache |
| HBP | High Blood Pressure |
| hs | hour of sleep, bedtime |
| Hypo | below, deficient |
| IM | intramuscular |
| IV | intravenous |
| NKDA | no known drug allergies |
| NTG | nitrogylcerin |
| oint | ointment |
| q2h | every 2 hours |
| q4h | every 4 hours |
| qd | every day |
| qid | four times daily |
| hyper | above, excessive |
| IVP | Intravenous Push |
| mcg | microgram |
| mg | miligram |
| ml | millitier |
| N/V | nausea and vomiting |
| NPO | nothing by mouth |
| pc | after meals |
| prn | as needed |
| q | every |
| q4-6h | every 4-6 hours |
| q6h | every 6 hours |
| qh | every hour |
| qod | every other day |
| SOB | shortness of breath |
| SL | sublingual |
| stat | immediately |
| tbsp | tablespoon |
| tsp | teaspoon |
| UTI | uninary tract infection |
| x | times |
| tachy | fast, rapid |
| URI | upper respiratory infection |
| vs | vital signs |