If You Pass This Medical Terminology Quiz, You’re Probably A Doctor
Which abbreviation stands for “nothing by mouth”?
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“NPO” is an abbreviation derived from the Latin phrase “nil per os,” meaning nothing by mouth. It indicates that a patient should abstain from consuming any food or liquids for a specific period, often before medical procedures or surgery.
Which abbreviation stands for “nothing by mouth”?
- STAT
- NPO
- PRN
- CPR
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