Abbreviations M N O Flashcards
What does MAP stand for?
Mean arterial pressure
What does MRI represent?
Magnetic resonance imaging
What is MRSA?
Methicillin resistant staph aureus
What does MSSA stand for?
Methicillin-sensitive staph aureus
What does MVA refer to?
Motor vehicle accident
What does MI stand for?
Myocardial infarction
What does N/A mean?
Not applicable
What is the chemical symbol for sodium?
Na
What does NaCl represent?
Sodium chloride
What does NAS stand for?
No added salt
What does NIDDM mean?
Non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus
What does NG refer to?
Nasogastric
What does NKA stand for?
No known allergies
What does NKDA mean?
No known drug allergies
What does NKFA stand for?
No known food allergies
Fill in the blank: NPO stands for _______
Nothing by mouth
What does N/S represent?
Normal saline
What is the meaning of NSAID?
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
What does NSR stand for?
Normal sinus rhythm
What does NAP refer to?
Nurse Apprentice and or Non-licensed Assistive Personnel
What does O2 stand for?
Oxygen
What does O2 Sat represent?
Oxygen saturation
What does OB stand for?
Obstetrics
What does OOB mean?
Out of bed
What does OR refer to?
Operating room
What does OT stand for?
Occupational therapy
What is the abbreviation for ounce?
Oz
