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Medical Terminology
contains word parts, terms, and abbreviations
Term | Definition |
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PO | per os (by mouth) |
PERRLA | pupils are equal, round, and reactive to light and accommodation |
QHS | at night |
PRN | as needed |
QD | daily |
Palliative | treating the symptoms, but not actually getting rid of the cause |
Supportive care | to treat symptoms and make the patient feel better |
Prophylaxis | preventive treatment |
Proximal | closer to the center |
Distal | farther away from the center |