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Free Medical Abbreviations Flashcards
Charts, orders, and handoffs are written in abbreviation — misread one and the error travels. These cards drill the everyday shorthand nursing and medical students must recognize instantly.
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QWhat does NPO mean?
ANothing by mouth (nil per os)
QWhat does PRN mean?
AAs needed (pro re nata)
QWhat does BID mean?
ATwice a day
QWhat does STAT mean?
AImmediately
QWhat does Hx mean?
AHistory (medical history)
QWhat does SOB mean in a chart?
AShortness of breath
QWhat does I&O track?
AIntake and output (fluids)
QWhat does c/o mean?
AComplains of
QWhat does PO mean?
ABy mouth (per os)
QWhat does DNR mean?
ADo not resuscitate
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