Understanding Veterinary Prescription Abbreviations Quiz

BID stands for 'bis in die' in Latin, which translates to twice per day in English.

Common symptoms of gastrointestinal issues include diarrhea, indigestion, constipation, and heartburn. Diarrhea is characterized by loose, watery stools and is a common symptom of many GI conditions.

DSH commonly refers to Domestic Short Hair, a breed of domestic cat. The other options do not match this context.

TID is a medical abbreviation that stands for 'ter in die' in Latin, which means 'three times per day.' It is commonly used in prescription instructions to indicate the frequency at which a medication should be taken.

TPR is a common abbreviation used in healthcare to assess a patient's vital signs. It refers to the measurement of temperature, pulse rate, and respiration rate.

Irritants in the nasal passage often trigger the reflex of sneezing to expel the irritants and clear the airways. Coughing, hiccuping, and yawning are also reflex actions but typically not associated with irritants in the nasal passage.

DLH most commonly refers to Domestic Long Hair when referring to cats, specifying a domestic cat with long fur. The other options are unrelated to the typical usage of DLH in the context of pets.

DMH stands for Domestic Medium Hair, which is a term used to describe a type of cat based on its coat length and texture.

MM commonly refers to Mucus Membrane in medical terminologies.

The abbreviation 'Resp.' commonly refers to the Respiratory System which includes the Trachea, Bronchi, and Lungs, responsible for breathing and oxygen exchange in the body.

LN commonly refers to Lymph Nodes, which are a part of the lymphatic system that helps fight infection and filter lymph fluid.

EENT is an abbreviation used in medical jargon to refer to examination and treatment of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat. It is important for healthcare professionals to be familiar with this term when discussing patient care.

PD in medical terms commonly refers to Polydipsia, which is the medical term for increased thirst as a symptom of various conditions.

EOD is commonly used in professional settings to indicate a deadline or frequency of a task occurring.

A SID (System Identification) is something that is typically obtained once per day in order to uniquely identify a system or entity.

CRT stands for Capillary Refill Time, which is a medical test used to assess blood circulation.

Coughing is a common symptom of respiratory illnesses like the common cold, flu, and COVID-19. It is the body's way of trying to clear the airways of mucus and irritants.

PRN is an abbreviation used in medical prescriptions to indicate that a medication should be taken as needed, based on the patient's symptoms.

ETD commonly stands for 'Every third day' in a scheduling or recurring event context.

In medical terminology, 'Abd' is commonly used as an abbreviation for 'Abdomen'. It refers to the part of the body between the chest and the pelvis which contains the stomach, liver, intestines, and other organs.

Lethargic refers to a state of lack of energy or decreased activity, typically associated with feeling depressed or low in energy.

In medical terminology, the letter 'V' is commonly associated with the term 'Vomiting', which refers to the act of expelling contents from the stomach through the mouth.

PU is a medical abbreviation commonly used to refer to Polyuria, which is defined as an abnormally large production of urine.

The term 'Uro' commonly refers to the urogenital system, which includes the reproductive organs in the human body. While 'Urology' specifically deals with diseases of the urinary and male reproductive systems, 'Urochrome' is a yellow pigment that gives urine its color, and 'Urokinase' is an enzyme that breaks down blood clots.

In the medical field, 'Neuro' typically refers to the nervous system or neurologic system. While neuroscience is a related field studying the brain and nervous system, neurosurgery is a specific medical specialty focused on surgical interventions of the nervous system, and neurotransmitters are chemical messengers used by neurons to communicate.

In medical terminology, 'Int.' commonly refers to the Integumentary System, which includes the skin and its related structures.

In healthcare, MS commonly refers to the Musculoskeletal System, which includes bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other connective tissues that support and move the body.

The correct dosing frequency for this medication is four times per day as prescribed by the doctor to maintain its effectiveness.