Health Science 60

Quiz 2

 

 

 

Circulation
Chapter 9

A. Structural Terms

Aorta- the largest artery

Artery – vessel tat carries oxygenated blood (red)

Atrium – entrance chamber. One of two receiving chambers of the heart

Capillary – vessel through which materials are exchanged between blood and tissues

Pulmonary artery – carries DEOXYGENATED blood from heart to lungs IT IS THE ONLY ARTERY THAT CARRIES DEOXYGENATED BLOOD.

Pulmonary vein – carries OXYGENATED blood from heart to heart

Valve – structure that keeps blood from flowing forward

Vena Cava – The two large veins that collect blood returning from all parts of the body and return it to the heart (right atrium) The inferior vena cava brings blood from the lower half of the body; and the superior vena cava brings blood from the upper half.

Ventricle – one of two lower pumping chambers of the heart

Vessel – channel for carrying fluid, such as blood or lymph

Intraventricular septum – structure that divides the heart into right and left sections

Endocardium – inner layer or lining of the heart

Myocardium – middle layer or muscle of the heart

Epicardium – outer most layer of the heart

B. Physiological Terms

Blood pressure – force exerted by blood flowing against the wall of a vessel

Diastole – relaxation phase of the heart cycle

Heart sounds – sounds made by valves closing in the heart; the “lub-dub”

Perfusion – passage of blood through vessels

Pulse – expansion and contraction of an artery which may be felt w/ the finger

Systole – the contraction phase of the heart cycle

Vasoconstriction – narrowing of a blood vessel

Vasodilatation – widening of a blood vessel

C. Abnormalities

Aneurysm – sac formed by the weakening and dilation of the walls of an artery or vein and is filled with blood

Angina pectoris – pain resulting from lack of blood supply to the myocardium or heart muscle

Atherosclerosis – narrowing of the lumen of an artery due to fat deposits

Congenital heart disease – disease or malformation of the heart that one is born with

Cyanosis – bluish discoloration of skin due to lack of oxygen

Diaphoresis – profuse sweating

Edema – abnormal amounts of fluid in intercellular tissue spaces of the body

Hypotension – low blood pressure

Hypertension (HTN) – high blood pressure

Infarction – death of cardiac tissue due to lack of oxygen

Ischemia – deficiency of oxygenated blood supply to the body parts

Embolism/embolus – dot that breaks loose and travels a smaller vessel and lodges there causing a blockage

Murmer – swishing sound heard with the heart sounds

Occlusion – blockage of vessel

Phlebitis – inflammation of the vein

Septicemia – presence of bacterial toxins in the blood

Shock – condition of acute peripheral circulatory failure

Stroke – death of brain tissue due to lack of oxygenated blood

Syn Cope – temporary loss of consciousness due to insufficient oxygenated blood to the brain

Thrombosis/thrombus – a clot or plug in a blood vessel

Varicose vein – unnaturally swollen vein

Cardiac Terms:

Angioplasty – an insertion of a balloon device into the coronary artery to crush the plaque build up: opens lumen of artery

Arrhythmia – any variation from the normal heart rhythm

Bradycardia – abnormally slow heart rate

Cardioversion – application of electrical current to change the rhythm of the heart; current delivered in synch with the heartbeat

Electrocardiography – an instrument used to record the electrical activity of the heart, makes a recording on paper

Tachycardia – abnormally fast heart rate

Blood and Immunity
Chapter 10

A. Key terms

Antibody – A protein produced in the immune system in response to and interacting specifically with an antigen, bacteria, or virus

Antigen – foreign protein that initiates the production of an antibody

Hematology – the study of blood and blood disease

Hemoglobin – The iron-containing pigment in the red blood cells that transports oxygen

Immunology – Study of the immune system

Lymphocyte – Monecular leukocyte that produces antibodies

pH – Measure of relative acidity

Plasma – water portion of blood (90% water) is 55% of blood; contains proteins, salts, nutrients, hormones, and vitamins

Platelets – A formed element of blood that is active in homeostasis; a thrombocyte; clumps at site of injury to prevent bleeding and facilitate clotting

RBC – red blood cell count: # of red blood cells per cubic mm of blood ; erythrocyte

WBC – white blood cells: # of white blood cells per cubic mm of blood

B. Abnormalities/Disorders

Anemia – deficiency in the amount of hemoglobin or # of RBC’s in the blood

Anaphylic reaction – an exaggerated allergic reaction to a foreign substance

Ecchymosis – bruise; a collection of blood under the skin caused by a leakage from small vessels

Hematoma – collection of clotted blood resulting from an injury

Hemophilia – a hereditary blood disease of unknown cause that involves the lymph nodes, etc.; lack of protein substances factor VIII or factor VIX

Hemorrhage – profuse flow of blood

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) – the virus that causes AIDS

Inflammation – An increase in cancerous blood cells. Malignant leukocytes fill the marrow and blood

Lymphoma – Any neoplastic disease of lymphoid tissue, such as Burkat disease, Hodgkin disease and others

Purpura – Multiple pinpoint hemorrhages and accumulates of blood under the skin

Urticaria – A skin reaction consisting of round, raised eruptions (wheels) w/ itching; hives – acute allergic reaction in which red ,round wheels develop in the skin

AIDS – Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome – syndrome associated with suppression of the immunity system and marked by infections

Lymphatic System Structural Terms

Lymph – the thin plasma-like fluid that drains from the tissue and is transported in lymphatic vessels

Lymph node – A small mass of lymphoid tissue along the path of a lymphatic vessel that filters WBCs

Tonsil – small masses of lymphoid tissue located in the region of the throat

Placque – deposits of fatty material on a vessel wall that impedes

Respiration
Chapter 11

A. Structural Terms

Nares – the external openings of the nose; the nostrils

Larynx – the enlarged upper end of the trachea that contains the vocal cords

Pharynx – the throat; a common passageway for food entering the esophagus and air entering the larynx

Trachea – the air passageway that extends from the larynx to the bronchi

Bronchus – one of the larger air passageways in the lungs. The bronchi begin as 2 branches of the trachea and then subdivide within the lungs

Bronchiole – one of the smaller subdivisions of the bronchial tubes

Alveoli – Small sac in lung where gas exchange occurs

Diaphragm – Major muscle of respiration located below the ribs

Lungs – coned-shaped spongy organs of respiration contained within the thorax

Mediastinum – the space \between the lungs together with the organs contained in this space

B. Physiological Terms

Oxygen (O₂) – The gas needed by cells to release energy from food in metabolism

Carbon dioxide (CO₂) – gaseous waste product

Pulse Oximetry – a device that measures the amount of saturated hemoglobin in the tissue capillaries

Sputum – mucous, matter ejected by coughing or clearing the throat

Ventilation – The movement of air into and out of the lungs

C. Abnormalities

Acidosis – abnormal acidity of body fluids

Alkalosis – abnormal alkalinity of body fluids

Aspiration – inhalation of foreign bodies into the lungs

Atelectasis – collapse of the whole lung or part of the lung

Bronchitis – Inflammation of the bronchus

Dyspnea – difficulty breathing

Hemoptysis – the spitting of blood from the mouth or respiratory tract

Hypoxia – decrease in oxygen in tissues

Hypoventilation – Decreased rate and depth of breathing; decrease in the amount of air entering the alveoli

Hyperventilation –Increased rate and depth of breathing; increase in the amount of air entering the alveoli

Pneumonia – Inflammation of the lungs generally caused by infection

Pneumothorax – accumulation of air or gas in the pleural space. May result from injury or disease or may be produced artificially to collapse a lung

Pulmonary – pertaining to the respiratory tract or disease

Stridor – A harsh, high-pitched sound caused by obstruction of an upper air passageway

Tuberculosis (TB) – an infectious disease caused by tubercle bacillus, mycobacterium tuberculosis. Often involves the lungs but may involve other parts of the body as well

Wheeze – a whistling or sighing sound caused by narrowing of a respiratory passageway

D. Abbreviations

ABG’S – Arterial blood gas(es)

COPD – Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

CXR – Chest X-ray

IPB – Intermittent positive pressure breathing

LLL – Left lower lobe (of lung)

LUL – Left upper lobe (of lung)

RLL – Right lower lobe (of lung)

RML – Right middle lobe (of lung)

RUL – Right upper lobe (of lung)

URI – Upper respiratory infection

Drugs
Chapter 8

A. Types of Drugs

Analgesic – alleviates pain

Anesthetics – reduces or eliminates sensation; blocks nerves to inhibit feeling “numb”

Antiarrythmics – eliminates abnormal heart beats/rhythm

Antibiotics – kills bacteria

Anticoagulant – prevents coagulation and formation of blood cells

Antiemetic – relieves symptoms of nausea and prevents vomiting; relieves nausea

Antihistamine – reduces secretion of cells, drying effect; prevents responses needed by histane; allergic inflammatory reactions

Antihypertensive – lower blood pressure by reducing cardiac output, dilating vessels or preventing excretion of water by the kidneys

Anti-inflammatory – counteracts inflammation and swelling

Antittusive – suppresses cough

Antipyretic – reduces temperature

Bronchodilator – Drug that relieves bronchial spasm & widens

Chemotherapy – destroys cancer cells/abnormal cells

Diuretic – causes urination

Expectorant – cough inducer

Hypnotic – induces sleep or dulls the senses

Sedative – induces relaxation; soothes or calms

B. Terms Describing Action

Antineoplastic – destroys cancer cells

Chronotropic – acts as the rate of muscle contraction

Hemolytic – destroys blood cells

Inotropic – acting on force of muscle contraction

Vasomotor – changes diameter of vessel

C. Terms Concerned with Drug Administration

Times:

BID – twice a day

TID – three times a day

QID – four times a day

STAT – immediately

Routes:

Aerosol – inhaling

IM – intramuscular

IV – intravenous

po – big mouth

sublingual – under the tongue

subq – subcutaneous

topical – placed on top or rubber into skin

ung – ointment

Equipment terms

Ampule – small glass container that the top is broken off to remove medications

IV – intravaneous: medicine and fluids administered through a needle/catheter

Syringe – device in which medicine is drawn into, needle is placed on hub, medicine is than injected

Tab – tablets

Vial – small bottle with self-sealing cap, multiple medication does may be drawn out w/ a syringe

Digestion
Chapter 12

A. Structural Terms

Oral cavity – mouth

Esophagus – muscular tube from mouth to stomach;

Stomach/gastric – muscular organ digestion that receive fluid from esophagus

Duodenum – first portion of the small intestine

Jejunum – middle portion of the small intestine

Ileum – last portion of the small intestine

Colon – large intestine

Anus – opening to the outside of the body from the distal end of the large intestine

Gallbladder – small sac under the liver, stores bile

Pancreas – organ under the stomach, produces digestive enzyme and insulin

B. Physiological Function Terms

Mastication – act of chewing

Deglutition – act of swallowing

Digestion – process of breaking down feed into absorbable particles from complex fluids to symptoms

Feces – solid waste, stool, bowel movement

Defacation – passage of feces from body through the anus

C. Abnormalities

Aphagia – unable to swallow

Cachexia – general ill health and malnutrition

Caries – cavities

Emesis – vomit

Flatus/flatulence – gas expelled from anus

Hemorrhoid – a varicose dilation of a vein in the rectal area

Ileus – intestinal obstruction

Melena –blood in the stool

D. Abbreviations

BE – barium enema

BM – bowel movement

GI – gastrointestinal

NG – nasal gastric

N&V – nausea & vomiting

TPN – total parental nutrition

UGI – upper gastrointestinal

Concepts of Medical Terminology
Chapter 1

Root – Foundation of term, establishes meaning.

Suffix – short word part or series of parts added at the end of a root to modify meaning. Word ending.

Prefix
– short word part added before a root to modify its meaning. Word beginning.

Suffixes
Chapter2

A. Suffixes that mean “condition of”

-ia Anemia: deficiency of hemoglobin or RBC

-ism Alcoholism

-sis Stenosis: narrowing

-y Tetany: sustained muscle contraction

B. Suffixes for Medical Specialist

-ian specialist in the field of study Physician

-iatrics medical specialty Geriatrics

-iatry medical specialty Psychiatry

-ics medical specialty Obstetrics

-ist specialist in the field of study Nephrologists

-logy study of Dermatology

C. Adjective suffixes that are descriptive/pertaining to

-ac cardiac: pertains to the heart

-al skeletal: pertains to the skeleton

-ar muscular: pertains to the muscles

-ary dietary: pertains to diet

-form muciform: pertains to mucus

-ic cephalic: pertains to the head

-ical anatomical: pertains to anatomy

-ile febrile: pertains to fever

-ous venous: pertains to the veins

D. Plural Endings

	Singular	Plural
-en, -ina:	foramen	foramina
-is, -es:	psychosis	psychoses
-um, -a:	ovum	ova

Prefixes
Chapter 3

Prefix: short word part added before to modify meaning. Word beginning.

A. Prefixes for numbers

prim/i- first

mon/o- one

uni- one

hemi- half; one sided

semi- half; partial

bi- two, twice

di- two, twice

dipl/o- double

tri- three

quadr/i- four

tetra- four

multi- many

poly- many, much

B. Prefixes for colors

cyan/o – blue

erythr/o – red

leuk/o – white, colorless

C. Negative prefixes

	Definition	Example
anti-	against	Antiperspirant
de-	down, without	Oxygen deficit
in-, im-	not	Insignificant
un-	not	Unconscious

D. Pertaining to direction

	Definition	Example
ad-	Toward, Near	Adhere
per-	Through	Percutaneous

E. Prefix for degree

	Definition	Example
Hypo-	Under, below	hypoglycemia
Pan-	All	panacea

F. Prefixes for size and comparison

	Definition	Example
Hetero-	Other, different	Heterosexual
Iso-	Equal, same	Isometric
Mega-	Large	Megabladder
Neo-	New	Neonate
Ortho-	Straight, correct, upright	Orthotic
Re-	Back, behind, again	Repeat

G. Pertaining to time and/or position

	Definition	Example
Pre-	Before	Prenatal
Post	After, behind	Posterior

 

Cells, Tissues, Organs
Chapter 4

A. Suffixes and Roots for Body Chemistry

Part	Meaning	Example	Definition
-ase	Enzyme	Lipase	Enzyme that digests fat (lipid)
(roots)
Gluc/o-	Glucose	Glucogenesis	Formation of glucose
Sacchar/o-	Sugar	Polysaccharide	Compound containing many sugars
Lip/o-	Lipid, fat	Lipogenesis	Formation of fat
Steat/o-	Fatty	Steatorrhea	Fatty stools

B. Key Terms

ATP- energy compound of the cell; stores energy for cell activities

Atrophy- wasting away, decrease in

Carbohydrate- organic compound that includes sugar and starch

Celia- hair like process attached to free surface of cells, helps with movement

Cell- basic unit of tissue

Chromosome- threadlike body in the nucleus of the cell containing genetic material

Cytoplasm- fluid filling cell

DNA- deoxyribonucleic acid: genetic compound that makes up genes

Enzyme- organic substance that speeds the rate of metabolic reactions

Gene- heredity unit composed of DNA

Genesis- beginning; generation of

Glucose- simple sugar, energy source of metabolism

Homeostasis- a steady state, condition of internal stability; balance

Histology- study of tissue

Lipid- category of organic compounds that includes fats

Metabolism-
Sum of all physical and chemical reactions that occur within an organism

Mitosis- cell division

Mucous- thick fluid secreted by cells in membranes and glands that lubricate and protect tissues.

Nucleus- control center of the cell

Organ- group of tissues that work together for a specific function

Protein- category of organic compounds that includes structural materials, enzymes and some hormones

RNA- ribonucleic acid: organic compound that manufactures protein

Tissue- a group of cells working together for a specific purpose

C. Supplementary Terms

Amino Acids- nitrogen containing compounds that make compounds up

Anabolism- building phase of metabolism

Catabolism- the type of metabolism in which substances are broken down for energy and simple sugars

Collagen- fibrous protein forming connective tissue

Cortex- the outer portion of an organ

Cytology- study of the cells

Dehydrate- to remove water

Extracellular- outside of a cell

Glycogen- complex sugar compound stored in liver and muscle, broken down into glucose when needed for energy

Hyperglycemia- high blood sugar

Hypoglycemia- low blood sugar

Hypertrophy- enlargement or overgrowth of an organ or part

Intracellular- within a cell

Interstitial- between parts, such as space between cells in a tissue

Morphology- study of the form and structure of living beings

Medulla- inner region of an organ

Parietal- pertaining to the cells of a cavity

Visceral- pertains to internal organs

Body Structure
Chapter 5

A. Anatomical Directions

Anterior (ventral)- nearer to or toward the front of the body

Posterior (dorsal)- nearer to or toward the back of the body

Medial- toward the middle of the body

Lateral- toward the side of the body

Proximal- near the origin or point of attachment

Distal- far or distant from the origin or point of attachment

Superior- above, uppermost

Inferior- below, lowermost

Cephalad (cranial)- toward the head

Caudal- toward the (tail) lower end of the spine

B. Prefixes Pertaining to Position and Direction

Circum- around

Peri- around

Intra- within

Epi- on/upon

Extra- outside of

Infra- beneath

Sub- under

Inter- between

Para- near, beside, beyond

Retro- behind/backward

Supra- above

C. Body Regions

LUQ- Left Upper Quadrant of abdomen

RUQ – Right Upper Quadrant of abdomen

LLQ – Left Lower Quadrant of abdomen

RLQ – Right Lower Quadrant of abdomen

D. Key Terms

Axillary- pertaining to the armpit

Cephalic – pertaining to the head

Digit- finger or toe

Epigastric- middle region of the abdomen

Fundus- base or body of hallow organ

Intra-abdominal- within abdomen

Lumen- central opening within a tube or vessel

Meatus- a passage or opening

Orifice- opening of a cavity

Phalangeal- pertaining to the finger or toe

Recumbent- lying down

Septum- a wall diving two cavities

Sinus- a cavity, as within a bone

Sphincter- a circular muscle that regulates an opening

Superficial- pertaining to the surface

Ventral- pertaining to the abdomen

Cervic/o- pertaining to the neck

E. Body Positions

Lateral- pertaining to a side

Prone- laying with face downward

Supine- laying on back face upward

F. Key Terms

Infra- beneath

Inter- between

Ped/o- pertaining to the feet

Lapar/o- pertaining to flank, sometimes abdomen

Lumb/o- pertaining to the loin, back between the thorax and the pelvis

Disease
Chapter 6

Abscess- localized collection of pus

Acute- disease having a SHORT and relatively severe course

Adhesion- pertaining to STICKING together

Benign- not malignant, not recurring

Chronic- a disease pertaining over a long period of time

Cyanosis- blue discoloration of the skin

Cyst- fluid-filled sac or pouch

Dilation- widening

Dysfunction- abnormality in the function of an organ or part

Dysplasia- abnormal development of tissue

Edema- swelling in the tissue, retention of fluid and salt

Etiology- study of the cause of disease

Febrile- pertaining to fever

Fistula- abnormal passage between two organs

Fracture- break/rapture in the bone

Hernia- abnormal protrusion of an organ

Idiopathic- CAUSE UNKNOWN

Inflammation- reaction to injury; results in heat, pain, redness, swelling

Lesion- any deformity of the tissue

Lithiasis- condition of having a stone

Lysis- separation, destruction

Malacia- softening

Malignant- tending to become progressively worse, RESULTING IN DEATH

Megaly-ENLARGEMENT of tissue or part

Metastasis-spread of tumor to other body parts

Necrosis- DEATH OF TISSUE

Neoplasm- tumor

Nosocomial- an infection acquired in a HEALTH CARE FACILITY

Opportunistic-organism infecting when body defenses are low

Parasite-organism living in or obtaining nourishment from another organism

Pathogen-any microorganism capable of producing disease

Polyp-A tumor attached by a thin stalk

Prolapse- dropping, downward displacement, ptosis

Purulent- forming or containing pus

Pyrogen- substance producing fever; HEAT

Pus- A product of inflammation consisting of fluid and white blood cells

Sclerosis- hardening of tissue

Sepsis- the presence of harmful microorganisms or their toxins in the blood or other tissues

Spasm- sudden contraction, cramp

Stasis- suppression, stoppage

Sequelae- lasting effect of the disease

Stenosis- narrowing, constriction

Symptom-Any evidence of disease

Syndrom-set of signs and symptoms that occur together to indicate a disease or condition

Systematic-affecting the body as a whole

Toxin-poison

Trauma-wound or injury

B. Prefixes for Disease

Brady-slow

Dys- abnormal, painful

Mal- bad, poor

Tachy- fast

Baterio- bacterium

Cele- hernia, localized dilation

Rhage- bursting forth, profuse flow

Rhea-flow, discharge

Viro- virus

Carcin/o- pertaining to cancer

C. Added Words

myc/o: pertaining to fungus

oma: tumor or neoplasm

pathy: denotes a morbid condition or disease

py/o: denotes pus

pyr/o: pertaining to heat

sclera/o: hard

tox/o: pertaining to toxin or poison

vir/o: pertaining to viruses

DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT: SURGERY
Chapter 7

A. Surgical Terms: Suffixes

Centesis- puncture, tap; puncture to remove fluids from cavity

Ectomy- excision of organ or part; surgical removal

Pexy- surgical fixation

Plasty- plastic repair, plastic surgery, reconstruction

Rhaphy- surgical repair, suture; suturing to repair structure or defect

Stomy- surgical creation of an opening

Tomy- incision, cutting; to cut into

Tripsy- surgical crushing

B. Equipment:

Cathether- tubular instrument for withdrawing fluids from a cavity of the body

Drain- device for allowing matter to escape from around a cavity; appliance that allows for drainage of a wound

Endoscope- An instrument for examining the interior of a hallow structure

Ligature- A tie or bandage; thread or wire for tying a vessel

Opthalmoscope- an instrument for examining the interior of the eye

Stethoscope – instrument used to listen to body sounds

Suture – to stitch

Thermometer – instrument of measuring temperature

C. Assessment Techniques

Ausculation- listening for sounds within the body, usually within the chest or abdomen

Diagnosis- the process of determining the cause and nature of an illness

Observation/inspection- usual examination of the body; look

Palpation- to feel with the hands or fingers

Percussion- to tap the body lightly with the hand or instrument

Prognosis- prediction of the outcome of the disease

Sign- an objective evidence of disease that can be observed or tested

Staging- periods distinct phase in the course of the disease

Symptom- any evidence of disease

Syndrom- a group of signs and symptoms that together characterize a disease or condition

D. Procedural Terms

Biopsy- removal of tissue for microscopic examination for purpose of diagnosis

Cautery- destruction of tissue by discharging agent, such as a harmful chemical, host, or electric current;

Computed tomography (Cat Scan)- a diagnostic imaging method in which x-ray measurements from many angles are combined in an image. (3D)

Excision- removal by cutting

Fluoroscopy- use of x-rays to examine deep structures; the shadows cast by x-rays passes through the body are observed on a fluorescent screen; device used is fluoroscope

Incision- to cut open, to cut through

Magnetic resonance (MRI)- production of images through the use of a magnetic field and radio waves

Radiography- use of x-rays to produce a picture (radiograph) on sensitized film

Resection- partial excision of a structure or organ

Stapling- in surgery, the joining of tissue by using wire staples that are pushed through the tissue then bent

E. Procedures (Examples)

Arthroplasty- Partial or total replacement of a joint with a prosthesis

Colostomy- creation of an opening into the colon

Cystoscopy- looking into the bladder through a scope

Gastrectomy- surgical removal of the stomach

Laparatomy- cutting or incision through the abdominal wall; to examine and operate into the organs

Pericentesis- puncture of abdominal wall to remove fluid

Thoracentesis- Surgical puncture of the chest for removal of air or fluids, such as may accumulate after surgery or as a result of injury, infection, or cardiovascular problems.

F. Treatment

Chemotherapy- the use of chemicals to treat a disease, frequently cancer

Gavage- process of feeding through a nasogastric tube into the stomach

Laser (Light Amplification by Simulated Emission of Radiation)- A device that transfers light into a beam of intense heat and power; used for surgery and diagnosis

Lavage- washing out a cavity; irrigation

Palliative treatment- provides relief, but is not a cure

Prophylaxis- prevention of disease

Radionuclide (radioisotope)- process of radioactive decay with the emission of energy that may be measured with a detector

G. Accepted Abbreviations: Must use the accepted abbreviations for specific place of employment

ā- before

ADL- Activities of daily living

BP- Blood Pressure

č- with

c/o- complains of

CC-Chief complaint

cath- cathether, catherization

ht. height

NPO- nothing by mouth

p- post; after

Psych. Psychology

Post after

Post op postoperative

Pre- before

Preop- preoperative

pt. patient

PRN – whenever necessary

R- rectal

R-respiratory

Rx- drug, prescription, therapy

s- without

spec – specimen

Stat – immediately, right now (usually in 15mins)

Surg- surgery

T – temperature

TPR/Pain – temperature, pulse, respiration

VS – vital signs: temperature, pulse, respiration, B/P, and pain

Wt. weight

WNL – within normal limits

ACCEPTED ABBREVIATIONS

Ax – axilla

AC – before meals

Ad lib – as desired

Abd - abdomen

AK – above knee

BK – below knee

BRP – bathroom privileges

BM – bowel movement

B/P – blood pressure

CD – communicable disease

NPO – nothing by mouth

Noc – nocturnal

NS – normal saline

Cath – catheter

c/o – complains of

CC – chief complain

AD – right eye

OS – left eye

OU – both eyes

Q – every

QS – quantity sufficient

QNS – quantity not sufficient