Pmvt 5

Question 1

What does the abbreviation ‘R/I’ stand for?

Answer 1

rule ins

Refers to the process of identifying or confirming conditions.

Question 2

What does the abbreviation ‘R/O’ signify?

Answer 2

rule outs

Refers to the process of eliminating potential conditions or diagnoses.

Question 3

What is represented by the abbreviation ‘RTT’?

Answer 3

red topped tube

Commonly used in laboratory settings for blood collection.

Question 4

What does ‘Rv’ stand for?

Answer 4

rabies vaccination

A vaccination to prevent rabies infection.

Question 5

What does the abbreviation ‘S/R’ refer to?

Answer 5

suture or staple removal

A procedure to remove sutures or staples from a wound.

Question 6

What does ‘SC’ mean in medical terms?

Answer 6

subcutaneous

Refers to the layer of tissue beneath the skin.

Question 7

What does the abbreviation ‘sig’ indicate?

Answer 7

label

Used in prescriptions to provide instructions on how to take medication.

Question 8

What does ‘Sx’ stand for?

Answer 8

surgery

Refers to a medical procedure involving an operation.

Question 9

What does ‘tab’ mean?

Answer 9

tablet

A form of medication that is taken orally.