International System of Units and Medical Abbreviations Review

This flashcard set covers the International System of Units (SI) prefixes, apothecary fluid and weight measures, common unit conversions, and a comprehensive list of medical and pharmaceutical abbreviations including Latin origins and meanings.

In the International System of Units, what is the symbol and multiple for the prefix 'peta'?

Symbol: $P$; Multiple: $10^{15}$

What is the multiple for the prefix 'femto'?

$$10^{-15}$$

What is the symbol for the multiple unit 'deka' ($10$)?

$$da$$

In Apothecaries' Fluid Measure, how many minims ($m$) equal $1$ fluidrachm or fluidram ($f\text{ʒ}$ or $\text{ʒ}$)?

$60$ minims

How many fluidounces are in $1$ pint ($pt$)?

$16$ fluidounces

According to the measure of weight table, how many grains ($gr$) are in $1$ scruple ($\text{℈}$)?

$20$ grains ($gr$)

How many grains ($gr$) are in $1$ ounce ($oz$) according to the measure of weight conversions?

$437.5$ grain ($gr$)

What is the conversion for $1$ inch ($in$) to centimeters ($cm$)?

$$1\,in = 2.54\,cm$$

How many milliliters ($mL$) are in $1$ tablespoon ($tbsp$)?

$$15\,mL$$

What is the weight conversion for $1\,kg$ to pounds ($lb$)?

$$1\,kg = 2.20\,lb\text{ (avoir.)}$$

What does the abbreviation 'aa.' mean and what is its Latin origin?

Meaning: of each; Latin Origin: 'ana'

What does the abbreviation 'd.t.d.' stand for and what is its meaning?

Latin: 'dentur tales doses'; Meaning: give of such doses

What is the meaning of the abbreviation 'q.s. ad'?

a sufficient quantity to make

What is the Latin origin and meaning of 'a.c.'?

Latin: 'ante cibos'; Meaning: before meals

What does 'non per os' or 'NPO' mean?

nothing by mouth

What is the frequency indicated by 'q.i.d.'?

four times a day

What does the abbreviation 's.i.d.' mean?

once a day

What is the meaning of 'ut dict.'?

as directed

In medical notation, what does 'ss' or '$\text{ß}$' mean?

one-half

What does 'gtt' stand for and what is its meaning?

Latin: 'gutta'; Meaning: drop

What is the meaning of 'mL/h' in IV administration?

milliliters per hour

What does the abbreviation 'ungt.' refer to?

ointment (Latin: 'unguentum')

What is the abbreviation for right ear and its Latin origin?

Abbreviation: 'a.d.'; Latin Origin: 'auris dextra'

What does 'o.u.' mean and what is its Latin origin?

Meaning: each eye (both); Latin: 'oculus uterque'

What does the abbreviation 'IVPB' represent?

intravenous piggyback

What is the meaning of 'SL' in administration routes?

sublingual

What chemical name corresponds to the abbreviation 'APAP'?

N-acetyl-p-aminophenol (acetaminophen)

What does 'D5NS' stand for?

dextrose $5\%$ in normal saline ($0.9\%$ sodium chloride)

What is the meaning of the abbreviation 'HCTZ'?

hydrochlorothiazide

What does the abbreviation 'COPD' stand for?

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

What does 'GERD' mean?

gastroesophageal reflux disease

What is the abbreviation and meaning for shortness of breath?

Abbreviation: 'SOB'; Meaning: shortness of breath

What does 'TPN' stand for?

total parenteral nutrition