Common abbreviations used in writing prescriptions Flashcards
1
Q
a.c.
A
before meals
2
Q
ad lib.
A
freely as needed, at pleasure
3
Q
aq.
A
water
4
Q
b.i.d
A
twice a day
5
Q
NPO
A
nothing by mouth
6
Q
p.o.
A
orally
7
Q
p.r.n
A
as the occasion arises, as needed
8
Q
q.
A
every
9
Q
q.i.d
A
four times a day
10
Q
stat.
A
immediately
11
Q
t.i.d.
A
three times a day
