AMT D-G

Question 1

What does D&C stand for?

Answer 1

Dilatation and Curettage

A surgical procedure often used in gynecology.

Question 2

What is the meaning of D/C?

Answer 2

discontinue

Commonly used in medical prescriptions and documentation.

Question 3

What does D5NS represent?

Answer 3

5% Dextrose in Normal Saline

A type of intravenous fluid solution.

Question 4

What is D5LR?

Answer 4

5% Dextrose in Lactated Ringers

Another intravenous fluid used for hydration and electrolyte balance.

Question 5

What does D5W refer to?

Answer 5

5% Dextrose in Water

Commonly used to provide hydration.

Question 6

What does EN.T. stand for?

Answer 6

Ear, Nose and Throat

A medical specialty also known as otolaryngology.

Question 7

What is ECCE?

Answer 7

extracapsular cataract extraction

A surgical procedure for cataract removal.

Question 8

What is the purpose of ECT?

Answer 8

electro-convulsive therapy

A psychiatric treatment for severe depression.

Question 9

What does EEG stand for?

Answer 9

electro-encephalogram

A test that detects electrical activity in the brain.

Question 10

What is the meaning of EKG?

Answer 10

electrocardiogram

A test that records the electrical activity of the heart.

Question 11

What is an elixir?

Answer 11

a medicinal solution

Typically containing a sweetened alcohol base.

Question 12

What does EMB stand for?

Answer 12

ethambutol

An antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis.

Question 13

What does DOA mean?

Answer 13

dead on arrival

A term used in emergency medicine.

Question 14

What does DOE refer to?

Answer 14

dyspnea on exertion

A medical term for shortness of breath during activity.

Question 15

What is DR in a medical context?

Answer 15

Delivery Room

The room where childbirth occurs.

Question 16

What does DTR stand for?

Answer 16

deep tendon reflex

A neurological test to assess reflexes.

Question 17

What does DUB mean?

Answer 17

Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding

Abnormal bleeding from the uterus.

Question 18

What does Dx stand for?

Answer 18

diagnosis

The identification of a disease or condition.

Question 19

What is EMG used for?

Answer 19

electromyography

A diagnostic procedure to assess muscle health.

Question 20

What does EOM refer to?

Answer 20

Extra-ocular movement

Refers to the movements of the eyes.

Question 21

What is the Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)?

Answer 21

A blood test that measures inflammation

Used to detect inflammatory diseases.

Question 22

What does ESRD stand for?

Answer 22

End-Stage Renal Disease

A condition where kidneys can no longer function effectively.

Question 23

What is an Endotracheal Tube?

Answer 23

a tube placed in the trachea

Used to maintain an open airway during anesthesia or emergencies.

Question 24

Fill in the blank: _______ is a type of alcohol used in medical settings.

Answer 24

Ethanol; ethyl alcohol

Commonly used as a disinfectant.

Question 25

What does EC stand for?

Answer 25

EC refers to Emergency Contraception

Question 26

What does ER stand for in a medical context?

Answer 26

ER stands for Emergency Room

Question 27

What is the abbreviation for Fasting Blood Sugar?

Answer 27

FBS

Question 28

What is the chemical symbol for iron?

Answer 28

Fe

Question 29

What does FHR stand for?

Answer 29

Fetal Heart Rate

Question 30

What does FO2 represent?

Answer 30

Fraction of Inspired Oxygen

Question 31

What does G.T.T. stand for?

Answer 31

Glucose Tolerance Test

Question 32

What does G.U. refer to?

Answer 32

Genitourinary

Question 33

What does GC stand for in a medical setting?

Answer 33

Gonococcus (gonorrhea)

Question 34

What is GOS an abbreviation for?

Answer 34

Glasgow Coma Scale

Question 35

What does F stand for in medical terms?

Answer 35

Fetal

Question 36

What does FSH stand for?

Answer 36

Follicle Stimulating Hormone

Question 37

What is the definition of a Foley catheter?

Answer 37

A Foley catheter is a flexible tube placed in the bladder to drain urine

Question 38

What is meant by fluid restriction?

Answer 38

Fluid restriction refers to limiting the intake of fluids

Question 39

Fill in the blank: Fasting blood sugar is abbreviated as _______.

Answer 39

FBS

Question 40

What does GDM stand for?

Answer 40

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus

Question 41

What is the unit of measurement abbreviated as gm?

Answer 41

Gram

Question 42

What does gtt./gtts represent?

Answer 42

Drop/drops

Question 43

What does GYN/gyne stand for?

Answer 43

Gynecology

Question 44

What is GSCS an abbreviation for?

Answer 44

Glasgow Coma Scale Score

Question 45

What does H represent in medical terms?

Answer 45

Height or History, depending on context

Question 46

What does FT stand for in a medical context?

Answer 46

Full Term

Question 47

Fill in the blank: Full term female is abbreviated as _______.

Answer 47

FTF

Question 48

Fill in the blank: Full term male is abbreviated as _______.

Answer 48

FTM

Question 49

What is the definition of a fracture?

Answer 49

A fracture is a break in the continuity of a bone

Question 50

What does gm mean in measurements?

Answer 50

Gram

Question 51

What is the purpose of gram staining in microbiology?

Answer 51

Gram staining is used to classify bacteria based on their cell wall properties

Question 52

What does culture and sensitivity refer to in microbiology?

Answer 52

Culture and sensitivity tests identify bacteria and determine their sensitivity to antibiotics