pharma abbreviations

What does APAP stand for?

• As much as desired

• ACITAMINOPHEN

• Amount

• Around the clock

What does SC refer to in medical terms?

• Through the skin

• Through the muscle

• Through the nose

• Delivered through veins

When should a medication be taken if it says p.c?

• At bedtime

• After meals

• Before meals

• Every morning

What does q12 indicate in medical instructions?

• Every 12 hours

• Every 1-2 hours

• Every other day

• Every morning

What is the meaning of the abbreviation ID?

• Through the skin

• Through the muscle

• Intradermal

• Through the nose

What does the abbreviation Neb stand for?

• Injection

• Inhalation

• Nebulizer

• Intravenous

If a medication is to be taken a.c, when should it be taken?

• Every morning

• At bedtime

• After meals

• Before meals

What does the abbreviation o.d refer to?

• Right ear

• Left ear

• Both ears

• Right eye

What does the abbreviation p.o mean?

• Every 12 hours

• Every morning

• As needed

• By mouth

What does the abbreviation SL stand for?

• Subcutaneous

• Sublingually

• Shortness of breath

• Solution