MEDICATION AIDE STATE EXAM WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
1. AD: right ear (auris dextra)
2. AS: left ear (auris sinistra)
3. AU: both ears (auris uterque)
4. ac: before meals
5. ad lib: as desired
6. ASAP: as soon as possib
1. AD: right ear (auris dextra)
2. AS: left ear (auris sinistra)
3. AU: both ears (auris uterque)
4. ac: before meals
5. ad lib: as desired
6. ASAP: as soon as possible
7. bid: twice a day
8. c: with
9. cc: cubic centimeter
10. cap: capsule
11. d/c: discontinue
12. dil: dilute or dissolve
13. elix: elixir
14. gm: gram
15. gr: grain
16. gtt: drop
17. h/hr: hour
18. Hs,hs: hour of sleep (bedtime)
19. kg: kilogram
20. L: liter
21. MAR: medication administration record
22. MDI: metered dose inhaler
23. mEq: milliequivalent
24. mg: milligram
25. ml: milliliter
26. NPO: nothing by mouth
27. OD: right eye (oculus dexter)
28. OS: left eye
29. OU: both eyes
30. OTC: over the counter
31. otic: ear
32. ophth: eye
33. oz: ounce
34. pc: after meals
35. po: by mouth
36. PR: per rectum
37. PRN: as needed
38. q: every
39. q am: every morning
1/5
, MEDICATION AIDE STATE EXAM WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
40. qd: every day
41. qh: every hour
42. q 2h: every 2 hours
43. qid: four times a day
44. qod: every other day
45. s: without
46. SL: sublingual
47. stat: immediately
48. supp: suppository
49. susp: suspension
50. T, tbsp, tbs: tablespoon
51. t, tsp: teaspoon
52. tab: tablet
53. tid: three times a day
54. tinc: tincture
55. ADR: adverse drug reaction
56. 5 milliliter (ml): 1 teaspoon (tsp)
57. 10 ml: 2 teaspoons
58. 15 ml: 1 tablespoon (Tbsp)
59. 30 ml: 1 ounce (oz)
60. 500 ml: 1 pint
61. 1000 ml or 1 liter: 1 quart
62. 4000 ml: 1 gallon
63. True or false: milliliter (ml) and cubic centimeter (cc) are the same volume.-
: true
64. The preferred unit of dispensing liquid medications is using....: milliliter or
cubic centimeter (which are the same volume)
65. true or false: milliliter (ml) and milligram (mg) are the same.: false
66. what should you use to measure oral medications: medicine cup or metered
syringe, or other medical measuring device.
67. aerosol spray: solution that holds the medication suspended until it is dis-
pensed in the form of a mist to spray on the skin.
68. caplet: a capsule shaped pill that is coated to help with ease of swallowing
69. capsule: the medication in a liquid, oil, powder, or gel form is held inside a
gelatin container until it dissolves in the stomach. keeps the patient from tasting the
medication.
70. cream: semisolid preparation holding medication so it can be applied to skin.
71. Elixer: a sweet, good smelling, alcohol based solution in which medications are
dissolved, allowing them to be taken in liquid form by mouth.
2/5
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller learndirect. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $9.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
