A Technician's Guide to Pharmacy Abbreviations" Flashcards
What is the importance of understanding pharmacy abbreviations?
They are crucial for accurate medication dispensing and communication in pharmacy settings.
What does “Tab” stand for?
Tablet
What does “PO” mean?
By mouth
What does “qd” signify?
Every day
What does “mg” represent?
Milligram
How can pharmacy technicians avoid abbreviation errors?
By double-checking prescriptions, consulting databases, and seeking clarification.
What are look-alike/sound-alike abbreviations?
Abbreviations that look or sound similar but have different meanings, which can cause confusion.
Why are standardization efforts important in pharmacy?
To reduce the use of confusing abbreviations and enhance patient safety.
What is one practical tip for pharmacy technicians concerning abbreviations?
Regularly review common abbreviations and stay updated with new ones.
Why is continuous learning important for pharmacy technicians?
To ensure accuracy in abbreviation interpretation and maintain patient safety.
aa
Of each (derived from Latin, ana).
What is the meaning of “AAA”?
Apply to affected area.
What does “a.c.” mean?
Before meals (derived from Latin, ante cibum).
What does “a.d.” refer to?
Right ear (derived from Latin, auris dextra).
What does “ad lib.” mean?
As much as desired; freely (derived from Latin, ad libitum).
What does “a.m.” indicate?
Morning; before noon (derived from Latin, ante meridiem).
What is the abbreviation for “amount”?
amt
What does “APAP” stand for?
Acetaminophen
What does “aq.” mean?
Water (derived from Latin, aqua).
What does “a.s.” refer to?
Left ear (derived from Latin, auris sinistra).
What does “ATC” mean?
Around the clock.
What does “b.i.d.” stand for?
Twice a day (derived from Latin, bis in die).
What does “BP” refer to?
Blood pressure.
What does “c.” mean?
With (derived from Latin, cum).
What does “cc” stand for?
Cubic centimeter (cm³).
What does “DAW” mean?
Dispense as written.
What does “d.c.” or “d/c” indicate?
Discontinue
What does “dil.” mean?
Dilute
What does “div.” stand for?
Divide
What does “DR” refer to?
Delayed-release.
What does “EC” mean?
Enteric-coated.
What does “EOD” stand for?
Every other day.
What does “ER” or “XR” mean?
Extended-release.
What does “f.” or “ft.” indicate?
Make; let it be made (derived from Latin, fiat).
What does “gtt.” stand for?
Drop (derived from Latin, gutta).
What does “h.s.” mean?
At bedtime (derived from Latin, hora somni).
What does “IM” refer to?
Intramuscular
What does “IV” stand for?
Intravenous
What does “NSAID” mean?
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
What does “p.c.” indicate?
After meals (derived from Latin, post cibum).
What does “p.r.n.” stand for?
As needed (for) (derived from Latin, pro re nata).
What does “q.d.” mean?
Every day (derived from Latin, quaque die).
What does “Rx” represent?
Prescription (derived from Latin, recipere).
What does “s.” mean?
Without (derived from Latin, sine).
What does “stat.” indicate?
Immediately (derived from Latin, statim).
What does “t.i.d.” stand for?
Three times a day (derived from Latin, ter in die).
What does “u.d.” or “ut. dict.” mean?
As directed (derived from Latin, ut dictum).
What does “w/o” stand for?
Without
