Common Abbreviations Flashcards
Clinical documentation is full of abbreviations, and misreading one can lead to real errors, so learning them early matters. This deck covers the abbreviations students see most often: vital signs, medication orders, routes of administration, and emergency and lab terminology.
Cards also cover documentation shorthand across cardiology, respiratory, orthopedics, and imaging. Each term includes a clinical note on where the abbreviation typically shows up, such as on a medication order or a chart.
Who this deck is for
Nursing students learning to read charts, orders, and clinical documentation, and anyone preparing for clinicals or the TEAS.
Topics covered
Sample terms
Blood pressure.
Emergency department.
Three times daily.
Sublingual.
Complete blood count.
Upper respiratory infection.
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