Module 4 Abbreviations Flashcards
1
Q
APAP
A
Acetaminophen or Tylenol
2
Q
MOM
A
milk or magnesia
3
Q
MVI
A
Multiviamin
4
Q
ASA
A
Aspirin ; EC ASA
5
Q
Ca
A
Calcium
6
Q
CR
A
Controlled release
7
Q
ER
A
Extended release
8
Q
FeSO4
A
Ferrous Sulfate
9
Q
NSAID
A
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory
10
Q
NTG
A
Nitroglycerin
11
Q
N/C
A
Nasal cannula
12
Q
lpm /
l/m /
I/min
A
Liters per minute
13
Q
Never use the small letter “i” to indicate number value
A
Use numerical 1,2,3 etc. or write out words one, two, etc
14
Q
Self administration
A
- client takes med independently
- staff only ensures safety and encourage up dated information
- no requirement of daily self administration
- update once’s a year
- facilities require written approval
15
Q
ER
A
Extended release
